An ENERGY STAR top-load washer uses about 0.5 kWh per cycle (cold wash). Hot water washes can push that to 2.0+ kWh because of water heater electricity.
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US average: $0.16/kWh. CA & HI: $0.30+. Look at any electric bill for your exact rate.
Estimated cost
kWh per cycle
0.50
Cost per cycle
$0.08
Cost per week
$0.40
Cost per month
$1.73
Cost per year
$21
Ways to lower the cost
•Wash in cold — saves up to 90% of the energy per load.
•Run full loads.
•Switch to a heat pump dryer if you're replacing — 50% less energy than vented electric.
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