STATE ELECTRICITY REPORT / MD
Maryland electricity prices and operating costs.
Latest residential average: 21.41¢/kWh for 2026-07.
Residential rate21.41¢
1 month-2.0%
1 year+13.7%
5 years+65.3%
Cost to run common equipment in Maryland
Every row uses the same standardized annual kWh assumption used on the national Cost to Run Index.
| Equipment | Annual kWh | Monthly cost | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Sauna | 1,755 | $31 | $376 |
| Infrared Sauna | 211 | $4 | $45 |
| EV Charging | 2,880 | $51 | $617 |
| Central Air Conditioning | 3,360 | $60 | $719 |
| Heat Pump | 3,600 | $64 | $771 |
| Hot Tub | 2,190 | $39 | $469 |
| Pool Pump | 2,160 | $39 | $462 |
| Electric Water Heater | 4,500 | $80 | $963 |
| Refrigerator | 600 | $11 | $128 |
| Electric Clothes Dryer | 468 | $8 | $100 |
| Dishwasher | 312 | $6 | $67 |
| Electric Oven | 520 | $9 | $111 |
| Dehumidifier | 720 | $13 | $154 |
| Space Heater | 900 | $16 | $193 |
| Chest Freezer | 350 | $6 | $75 |