Cost to Run a Dishwasher in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $6.07 per month.
Per use
$0.28
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.20
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$6.07
26 kWh
Per year
$72.90
313 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.10 | $3.04 | $36.45 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.20 | $6.07 | $72.90 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.40 | $12.14 | $146 |
New Jersey vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.07 per month, or $72.90 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $6.07 per month here versus $4.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.