Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $4.14 per month.
Per use
$0.19
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.14
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$4.14
26 kWh
Per year
$49.74
313 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.87 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.14 | $4.14 | $49.74 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.27 | $8.29 | $99.49 |
Texas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.14 per month, or $49.74 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $4.14 per month here versus $4.77 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.