Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $4.74 per month.
Per use
$0.22
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.16
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$4.74
26 kWh
Per year
$56.94
313 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 7.8¢ | $2.37 | $28.47 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.16 | $4.74 | $56.94 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.31 | $9.48 | $114 |
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 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $4.74 per month, or $56.94 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $4.74 per month here versus $4.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.