Cost to Run a Washing Machine in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $2.19 per month.
Per use
$0.10
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
7.2¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$2.19
8.7 kWh
Per year
$26.28
104 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.14 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 7.2¢ | $2.19 | $26.28 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.14 | $4.38 | $52.56 |
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 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 7.2¢ per day, $2.19 per month, or $26.28 per year.
Is running a washing machine in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.19 per month here versus $1.59 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.