Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $7.95 per month.
Per use
$0.37
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.26
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$7.95
26 kWh
Per year
$95.42
313 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.13 | $3.97 | $47.71 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.26 | $7.95 | $95.42 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.52 | $15.89 | $191 |
Massachusetts vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.95 per month, or $95.42 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.95 per month here versus $4.77 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.