Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 2% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.50 per month.
Per use
$0.12
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.9¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.50
7.8 kWh
Per year
$18.02
94 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $9.01 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.9¢ | $1.50 | $18.02 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.10 | $3.00 | $36.04 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.50 per month, or $18.02 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 2% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.50 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.