Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.42 per month.
Per use
$0.11
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.7¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.42
7.8 kWh
Per year
$17.08
94 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.71 | $8.54 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.08 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 9.4¢ | $2.85 | $34.16 |
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 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.7¢ per day, $1.42 per month, or $17.08 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.42 per month here versus $1.44 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.