Clothes Dryer Energy Cost Calculator

Clothes Dryer energy cost calculator.

Power Draw

5,000W

watts

Annual kWh

730

avg usage

Annual Cost

$95

avg national

CO₂/Year

1.5 tons

carbon impact

Clothes Dryer Cost Calculator

Customize usage and your state's electricity rate for accurate cost estimates.

Daily Cost

$0.65

Monthly Cost

$19.77

Annual Cost

$237

Lifetime Cost

$2,373

Energy Saving Opportunities

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Save up to 15% vs standard models

~$36/year savings

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    Clothes Dryer Cost Summary

    Purchase Price (one-time)$500
    Annual Energy Cost (at 13¢/kWh)$237
    Lifespan 10 years
    Lifetime Energy Cost (energy only)$2,373
    Total Cost of Ownership (purchase + energy)$2,873

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