Electric Clothes Dryer in Tacoma — $159/yr to Run (10.6¢/kWh)
Your electric clothes dryer in Tacoma costs about $13/month at 10.6¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Tacoma, WA Electricity Rate
10.6¢/kWh
Utility: Tacoma Public Utilities
-18% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.53
5.0 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$13.25
125 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$159
1,500 kWh/yr
Lifetime (13yr)
$2,067
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tacoma
| Period | kWh | Tacoma Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 5.0 | $0.53 | $0.65 | $-0.12 |
| Weekly | 35.0 | $3.71 | $4.55 | $-0.84 |
| Monthly | 125.0 | $13.25 | $16.25 | $-3.00 |
| Quarterly | 375.0 | $39.75 | $48.75 | $-9.00 |
| Annual | 1500.0 | $159.00 | $195.00 | $-36.00 |
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Daily
$0.53
Monthly
$13.25
Annual
$159
13-Year
$2,067
Energy Saving Tips for Electric Clothes Dryer in Tacoma
- ✓Tacoma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓An ENERGY STAR Electric Clothes Dryer in Tacoma saves ~$32/year compared to standard models.
- ✓A smart Electric Clothes Dryer with scheduling optimization can save ~$24/year at Tacoma rates.
- ✓Clean lint trap every load
- ✓Use moisture sensor setting
- ✓Air dry when possible
ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Electric Clothes Dryer in Tacoma saves approximately $32/year at local rates — $413 over the appliance lifetime.
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Electric Clothes Dryer Energy Cost FAQ — Tacoma, WA
Understanding Electric Clothes Dryer Energy Costs in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma is a mid-sized Washington city where residential electricity rates from Tacoma Public Utilities are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a high-draw appliance like the Electric Clothes Dryer (5,000W) at Tacoma's rate of 10.6¢/kWh costs approximately $159 per year — $36 less than the national average of $195.
Rates in Tacoma are close to the national average, so the Electric Clothes Dryer's annual cost of $159 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 13-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $2,067.
With a cost of living index of 108, Tacoma is near the national median. The Electric Clothes Dryer's monthly cost of $13.25 represents a typical share of the average Tacoma electric bill of $123/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Electric Clothes Dryer can cut energy use by up to 20%, saving approximately $32 per year at Tacoma rates.
Tacoma's moderate climate (avg 44.7°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Electric Clothes Dryer produces approximately 0.5 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tacoma residents can reduce this footprint by choosing an ENERGY STAR certified unit, optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tacoma.
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