Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.56 per month.
Per use
$0.36
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
5.1¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.56
6.5 kWh
Per year
$18.69
78 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 2.6¢ | $0.78 | $9.35 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 5.1¢ | $1.56 | $18.69 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | $0.10 | $3.11 | $37.39 |
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 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.56 per month, or $18.69 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.56 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.