Cost to Run a 3D Printer in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.82 per month.
Per use
$0.14
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
6.0¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.82
7.8 kWh
Per year
$21.87
94 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.91 | $10.93 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.0¢ | $1.82 | $21.87 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.12 | $3.64 | $43.74 |
New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 6.0¢ per day, $1.82 per month, or $21.87 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.82 per month here versus $1.44 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.