Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.58 per month.
Per use
7.3¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
5.2¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.58
8.7 kWh
Per year
$18.98
104 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 2.6¢ | $0.79 | $9.49 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 5.2¢ | $1.58 | $18.98 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.10 | $3.16 | $37.96 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 5.2¢ per day, $1.58 per month, or $18.98 per year.
Is running a washing machine in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.58 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.