Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.25 per month.
Per use
$0.29
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.1¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.25
6.5 kWh
Per year
$15.02
78 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 2.1¢ | $0.63 | $7.51 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $15.02 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.03 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 4.1¢ per day, $1.25 per month, or $15.02 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.25 per month here versus $1.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.