Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.31 per month.
Per use
6.0¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
4.3¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.31
8.7 kWh
Per year
$15.75
104 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.87 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.75 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | 8.6¢ | $2.62 | $31.49 |
Kansas 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 Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.31 per month, or $15.75 per year.
Is running a washing machine in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.31 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.