Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $2.25 per month.
Per use
$0.17
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
7.4¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$2.25
7.8 kWh
Per year
$27.03
94 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.52 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 7.4¢ | $2.25 | $27.03 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.15 | $4.50 | $54.06 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 7.4¢ per day, $2.25 per month, or $27.03 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.25 per month here versus $1.44 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.