Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.84 per month.
Per use
$0.42
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
6.1¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.84
6.5 kWh
Per year
$22.13
78 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.92 | $11.07 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 6.1¢ | $1.84 | $22.13 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | $0.12 | $3.69 | $44.27 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 6.1¢ per day, $1.84 per month, or $22.13 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.84 per month here versus $1.22 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.