Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $0.98 per month.
Per use
$0.23
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.2¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$0.98
6.5 kWh
Per year
$11.81
78 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.49 | $5.91 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.98 | $11.81 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 6.5¢ | $1.97 | $23.62 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.2¢ per day, $0.98 per month, or $11.81 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $0.98 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.