Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.41 per month.
Per use
$0.32
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.6¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.41
6.5 kWh
Per year
$16.89
78 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8.45 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 4.6¢ | $1.41 | $16.89 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 9.3¢ | $2.81 | $33.79 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 4.6¢ per day, $1.41 per month, or $16.89 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.41 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.