Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $5.00 per month.
Per use
$0.23
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.16
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$5.00
26 kWh
Per year
$60.07
313 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.03 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.16 | $5.00 | $60.07 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.33 | $10.01 | $120 |
Illinois vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $5.00 per month, or $60.07 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.00 per month here versus $4.77 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.