Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd 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 Washington, D.C.
| 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 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'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 Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'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 Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.