Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.28 per month.
Per use
$0.30
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.2¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.28
6.5 kWh
Per year
$15.41
78 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 2.1¢ | $0.64 | $7.70 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 4.2¢ | $1.28 | $15.41 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 8.4¢ | $2.57 | $30.82 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 4.2¢ per day, $1.28 per month, or $15.41 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.28 per month here versus $1.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.