Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $6.57 per month.
Per use
$0.30
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.22
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$6.57
26 kWh
Per year
$78.84
313 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.11 | $3.28 | $39.42 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.22 | $6.57 | $78.84 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.43 | $13.13 | $158 |
Washington, D.C. vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.57 per month, or $78.84 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $6.57 per month here versus $4.77 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.