Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.40 per month.
Per use
$0.11
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.6¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.40
7.8 kWh
Per year
$16.80
94 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8.40 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.6¢ | $1.40 | $16.80 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 9.2¢ | $2.80 | $33.60 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 3d printer in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.6¢ per day, $1.40 per month, or $16.80 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $1.40 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.