Cost to Run a 3D Printer in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.27 per month.
Per use
$0.10
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.2¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.27
7.8 kWh
Per year
$15.30
94 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.1¢ | $0.64 | $7.65 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.2¢ | $1.27 | $15.30 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 8.4¢ | $2.55 | $30.60 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.2¢ per day, $1.27 per month, or $15.30 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.27 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.