Clothes Dryer in Portland — $219/yr to Run (12.0¢/kWh)
Your clothes dryer in Portland costs about $18/month at 12.0¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Portland, OR Electricity Rate
12.0¢/kWh
Utility: Portland General Electric
-8% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.60
5.0 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$18.23
152 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$219
1,825 kWh/yr
Lifetime (10yr)
$2,188
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Portland
| Period | kWh | Portland Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 5.0 | $0.60 | $0.65 | $-0.05 |
| Weekly | 35.0 | $4.20 | $4.55 | $-0.35 |
| Monthly | 152.1 | $18.23 | $19.77 | $-1.54 |
| Quarterly | 456.3 | $54.70 | $59.31 | $-4.61 |
| Annual | 1825.0 | $218.82 | $237.25 | $-18.43 |
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Daily
$0.60
Monthly
$18.23
Annual
$219
10-Year
$2,188
Energy Saving Tips for Clothes Dryer in Portland
- ✓Portland has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓An ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer in Portland saves ~$33/year compared to standard models.
ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer in Portland saves approximately $33/year at local rates — $328 over the appliance lifetime.
Highest-Cost Appliances in Portland, OR
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EV Charger (Level 2)
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$777/yr
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Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$647/yr
$53.96/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
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$591/yr
$49.23/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
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$591/yr
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Heat Pump
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$460/yr
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Clothes Dryer Energy Cost FAQ — Portland, OR
Understanding Clothes Dryer Energy Costs in Portland, OR
In a major metro like Portland, electricity demand is high and rates reflect the cost of maintaining infrastructure for 0.7 million residents. Running a high-draw appliance like the Clothes Dryer (5,000W) at Portland's rate of 12.0¢/kWh costs approximately $219 per year — $18 less than the national average of $237.
Rates in Portland are close to the national average, so the Clothes Dryer's annual cost of $219 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 10-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $2,188.
With a cost of living index of 106, Portland is near the national median. The Clothes Dryer's monthly cost of $18.23 represents a typical share of the average Portland electric bill of $133/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer can cut energy use by up to 15%, saving approximately $33 per year at Portland rates.
Portland's moderate climate (avg 56.4°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Clothes Dryer produces approximately 1.5 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Portland 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 Portland.
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