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Appliance Electricity Cost Calculator

Estimate what an appliance costs to run each day, month, and year.

  • No account
  • Instant results
  • Printable summary
  • Your numbers stay in your browser

Appliance use

Use the label on your appliance or power supply for the wattage.

Appliance
watts
hours
$
Price per kWh from your electric bill
days
Quick examples

Private by default: calculations happen in your browser and are not saved or uploaded.

Estimated cost

Appliance electricity cost

Add the watts, daily use, and electricity rate to see an estimate.
How it works

From watts to dollars

The calculator converts watts to kilowatt-hours, then multiplies the energy use by your electricity rate. For the best estimate, use the rate shown on your latest electric bill.

This is a planning estimate, not a utility bill forecast.

Common questions

Electricity cost calculator FAQ

Where do I find appliance wattage?

Check the appliance label, power supply, manual, or manufacturer's specifications.

What does kWh mean?

A kilowatt-hour is a unit of energy. Utilities commonly bill electricity by the kWh.

Why might my real cost be different?

Many appliances cycle on and off, and actual power use changes with settings, age, and conditions.

Can I print the estimate?

Yes. Enter the appliance details, then choose Print Result to print or save a PDF.