Cost to Run a Dishwasher in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $7.79 per month.
Per use
$0.36
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.26
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$7.79
26 kWh
Per year
$93.54
313 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.13 | $3.90 | $46.77 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.26 | $7.79 | $93.54 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.51 | $15.58 | $187 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.79 per month, or $93.54 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.79 per month here versus $4.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.