Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.07 per month.
Per use
$0.25
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.5¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.07
6.5 kWh
Per year
$12.83
78 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.8¢ | $0.53 | $6.41 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.5¢ | $1.07 | $12.83 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 7.0¢ | $2.14 | $25.65 |
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 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.5¢ per day, $1.07 per month, or $12.83 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $1.07 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.