Cost to Run a Washing Machine in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 15.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 19% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.32 per month.
Per use
6.1¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
4.3¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.32
8.7 kWh
Per year
$15.85
104 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.93 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 4.3¢ | $1.32 | $15.85 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | 8.7¢ | $2.64 | $31.70 |
New Mexico 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 Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 15.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.32 per month, or $15.85 per year.
Is running a washing machine in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 19% below the U.S. average: $1.32 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 15.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.