Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $0.91 per month.
Per use
$0.21
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.0¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$0.91
6.5 kWh
Per year
$10.87
78 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.45 | $5.44 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.91 | $10.87 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 6.0¢ | $1.81 | $21.74 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.0¢ per day, $0.91 per month, or $10.87 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $0.91 per month here versus $1.22 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.