Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.87 per month.
Per use
8.6¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
6.1¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.87
8.7 kWh
Per year
$22.42
104 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 3.1¢ | $0.93 | $11.21 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 6.1¢ | $1.87 | $22.42 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.12 | $3.73 | $44.84 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 6.1¢ per day, $1.87 per month, or $22.42 per year.
Is running a washing machine in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.87 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.