Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $4.98 per month.
Per use
$0.23
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.16
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$4.98
26 kWh
Per year
$59.76
313 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 8.2¢ | $2.49 | $29.88 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.16 | $4.98 | $59.76 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.33 | $9.95 | $120 |
Wisconsin vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher in Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $4.98 per month, or $59.76 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.98 per month here versus $4.77 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.