Cost to Run a Treadmill in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each), a treadmill here costs $1.46 per month.
Per use
8.4¢
0.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.8¢
4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.46
8.7 kWh
Per year
$17.52
104 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.4¢ | $0.73 | $8.76 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 4.8¢ | $1.46 | $17.52 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.10 | $2.92 | $35.04 |
West Virginia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a treadmill in West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a treadmill with typical usage costs about 4.8¢ per day, $1.46 per month, or $17.52 per year.
Is running a treadmill in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.46 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.