Cost to Run a Washing Machine in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 25% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $2.04 per month.
Per use
9.4¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
6.7¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$2.04
8.7 kWh
Per year
$24.51
104 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.02 | $12.25 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.04 | $24.51 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.13 | $4.08 | $49.01 |
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 23.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.04 per month, or $24.51 per year.
Is running a washing machine in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 25% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.04 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.