Cost to Run a Washing Machine in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 48% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $2.37 per month.
Per use
$0.11
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
7.8¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$2.37
8.7 kWh
Per year
$28.47
104 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 3.9¢ | $1.19 | $14.23 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 7.8¢ | $2.37 | $28.47 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.16 | $4.74 | $56.94 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 27.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 7.8¢ per day, $2.37 per month, or $28.47 per year.
Is running a washing machine in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 48% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.37 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.