How Much Is Electricity in District of Columbia? 24.2¢ per kWh
District of Columbia households pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh — 34% above the U.S. average of 18.0¢ per kWh, and the 10th highest of the 50 states and DC. Figures are from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (12-month average through July 2026), residential sector, average revenue per kWh.
What common appliances cost to run in District of Columbia
Based on the average model we hold in each category, at 24.2¢ per kWh.
| Appliance | Average kWh a year | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerators | 354 | $86 | about $7 a month |
| Freezers | 328 | $79 | about $7 a month |
| Wine Coolers | 147 | $36 | about $3 a month |
| Clothes Washers | 121 | $29 | about $2 a month |
| Clothes Dryers | 515 | $125 | about $10 a month |
| Dishwashers | 237 | $57 | about $5 a month |
| Room Air Conditioners | 592 | $143 | about $12 a month |
| Water Heaters | 1123 | $272 | about $23 a month |
The most efficient model in each category
Recent months
- July 2025 23.0¢
- August 2025 23.2¢
- September 2025 23.7¢
- October 2025 23.9¢
- November 2025 22.7¢
- December 2025 23.9¢
- January 2026 23.7¢
- February 2026 24.0¢
- March 2026 25.0¢
- April 2026 25.4¢
- May 2026 25.4¢
- June 2026 24.4¢
- July 2026 25.2¢