Cost to Run a Dishwasher in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each), a dishwasher here costs $5.13 per month.
Per use
$0.24
1.2 kWh per use
Per day
$0.17
5 uses/week at 1.2 kWh each
Per month
$5.13
26 kWh
Per year
$61.63
313 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 8.4¢ | $2.57 | $30.82 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.17 | $5.13 | $61.63 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.34 | $10.27 | $123 |
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 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a dishwasher with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.13 per month, or $61.63 per year.
Is running a dishwasher in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.13 per month here versus $4.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.