Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.13 per month.
Per use
$0.26
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.7¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.13
6.5 kWh
Per year
$13.61
78 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.57 | $6.80 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.61 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 7.5¢ | $2.27 | $27.22 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.13 per month, or $13.61 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $1.13 per month here versus $1.22 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.