Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 0% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.63 per month.
Per use
7.5¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
5.4¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.63
8.7 kWh
Per year
$19.61
104 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 2.7¢ | $0.82 | $9.80 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 5.4¢ | $1.63 | $19.61 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.11 | $3.27 | $39.21 |
Delaware vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a washing machine in Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 5.4¢ per day, $1.63 per month, or $19.61 per year.
Is running a washing machine in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.63 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.