Cost to Run a Treadmill in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each), a treadmill here costs $1.22 per month.
Per use
7.0¢
0.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.0¢
4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.22
8.7 kWh
Per year
$14.70
104 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.35 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 4.0¢ | $1.22 | $14.70 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | 8.1¢ | $2.45 | $29.41 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a treadmill in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a treadmill with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.22 per month, or $14.70 per year.
Is running a treadmill in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.22 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.