Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.04 per month.
Per use
$0.24
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.4¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.04
6.5 kWh
Per year
$12.44
78 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.52 | $6.22 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.44 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.87 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.04 per month, or $12.44 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.04 per month here versus $1.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.