Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.78 per month.
Per use
$0.41
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
5.9¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.78
6.5 kWh
Per year
$21.43
78 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.89 | $10.72 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 5.9¢ | $1.78 | $21.43 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | $0.12 | $3.57 | $42.86 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.78 per month, or $21.43 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.78 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.