Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.99 per month.
Per use
$0.15
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
6.5¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.99
7.8 kWh
Per year
$23.84
94 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.3¢ | $0.99 | $11.92 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.5¢ | $1.99 | $23.84 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.13 | $3.97 | $47.68 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 6.5¢ per day, $1.99 per month, or $23.84 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.99 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.