Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.52 per month.
Per use
$0.35
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
5.0¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.52
6.5 kWh
Per year
$18.22
78 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.76 | $9.11 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 5.0¢ | $1.52 | $18.22 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | $0.10 | $3.04 | $36.45 |
New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 5.0¢ per day, $1.52 per month, or $18.22 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.52 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.