Cost to Run a Treadmill in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each), a treadmill here costs $1.42 per month.
Per use
8.2¢
0.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.7¢
4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.42
8.7 kWh
Per year
$17.00
104 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.71 | $8.50 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.00 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | 9.3¢ | $2.83 | $34.00 |
North Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a treadmill in North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a treadmill with typical usage costs about 4.7¢ per day, $1.42 per month, or $17.00 per year.
Is running a treadmill in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.42 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.