Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.95 per month.
Per use
$0.45
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
6.4¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.95
6.5 kWh
Per year
$23.39
78 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.97 | $11.69 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 6.4¢ | $1.95 | $23.39 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | $0.13 | $3.90 | $46.77 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 6.4¢ per day, $1.95 per month, or $23.39 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.95 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.