Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $7.69 per month.
Per use
$0.35
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.25
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$7.69
26 kWh
Per year
$92.29
313 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.13 | $3.84 | $46.15 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.25 | $7.69 | $92.29 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.51 | $15.37 | $185 |
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 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.69 per month, or $92.29 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.69 per month here versus $4.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.