Cost to Run a Washing Machine in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $2.02 per month.
Per use
9.3¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
6.7¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$2.02
8.7 kWh
Per year
$24.30
104 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 3.3¢ | $1.01 | $12.15 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.02 | $24.30 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.13 | $4.05 | $48.60 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.02 per month, or $24.30 per year.
Is running a washing machine in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.02 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.