Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 84% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $2.19 per month.
Per use
$0.50
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
7.2¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$2.19
6.5 kWh
Per year
$26.28
78 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.14 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 7.2¢ | $2.19 | $26.28 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | $0.14 | $4.38 | $52.56 |
California vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric lawn mower in California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 7.2¢ per day, $2.19 per month, or $26.28 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 84% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.19 per month here versus $1.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.