Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.55 per month.
Per use
7.2¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
5.1¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.55
8.7 kWh
Per year
$18.67
104 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 2.6¢ | $0.78 | $9.33 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 5.1¢ | $1.55 | $18.67 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.10 | $3.11 | $37.33 |
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 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.55 per month, or $18.67 per year.
Is running a washing machine in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $1.55 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.