Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.49 per month.
Per use
$0.11
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.9¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.49
7.8 kWh
Per year
$17.93
94 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $8.96 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.9¢ | $1.49 | $17.93 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.10 | $2.99 | $35.85 |
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 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.49 per month, or $17.93 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.49 per month here versus $1.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.