Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $3.99 per month.
Per use
$0.18
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.13
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$3.99
26 kWh
Per year
$47.87
313 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 6.6¢ | $1.99 | $23.93 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.13 | $3.99 | $47.87 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.26 | $7.97 | $95.73 |
Kansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $3.99 per month, or $47.87 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $3.99 per month here versus $4.77 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.