Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $4.66 per month.
Per use
$0.21
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.15
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$4.66
26 kWh
Per year
$56.00
313 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 7.7¢ | $2.33 | $28.00 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.15 | $4.66 | $56.00 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.31 | $9.33 | $112 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.66 per month, or $56.00 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $4.66 per month here versus $4.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.