Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $2.56 per month.
Per use
$0.12
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
8.4¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$2.56
8.7 kWh
Per year
$30.76
104 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 4.2¢ | $1.28 | $15.38 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 8.4¢ | $2.56 | $30.76 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.17 | $5.12 | $61.53 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 8.4¢ per day, $2.56 per month, or $30.76 per year.
Is running a washing machine in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.56 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.