Cost to Run a Washing Machine in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.40 per month.
Per use
6.4¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
4.6¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.40
8.7 kWh
Per year
$16.79
104 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8.39 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 4.6¢ | $1.40 | $16.79 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | 9.2¢ | $2.80 | $33.58 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 4.6¢ per day, $1.40 per month, or $16.79 per year.
Is running a washing machine in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $1.40 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.