Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $7.37 per month.
Per use
$0.34
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.24
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$7.37
26 kWh
Per year
$88.54
313 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.12 | $3.69 | $44.27 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.24 | $7.37 | $88.54 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.49 | $14.75 | $177 |
Rhode Island vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.37 per month, or $88.54 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.37 per month here versus $4.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.