Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 35.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 88% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $2.30 per month.
Per use
$0.53
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
7.6¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$2.30
6.5 kWh
Per year
$27.61
78 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 3.8¢ | $1.15 | $13.80 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 7.6¢ | $2.30 | $27.61 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | $0.15 | $4.60 | $55.22 |
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 35.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 7.6¢ per day, $2.30 per month, or $27.61 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 88% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.30 per month here versus $1.22 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 35.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.