Dishwasher in Toledo — $70/yr to Run (12.9¢/kWh)

Your dishwasher in Toledo costs about $6/month at 12.9¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Toledo, OH Electricity Rate

12.9¢/kWh

Utility: Toledo Edison (FirstEnergy)

-1% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.23

1.8 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$5.81

45 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$70

540 kWh/yr

Lifetime (12yr)

$837

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Toledo

PeriodkWhToledo CostNational AvgDifference
Daily1.8$0.23$0.23$-0.00
Weekly12.6$1.63$1.64$-0.01
Monthly45.0$5.81$5.85$-0.04
Quarterly135.0$17.44$17.55$-0.11
Annual540.0$69.77$70.20$-0.43

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Daily

$0.23

Monthly

$5.81

Annual

$70

12-Year

$837

Energy Saving Tips for Dishwasher in Toledo

  • Toledo has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • An ENERGY STAR Dishwasher in Toledo saves ~$8/year compared to standard models.
  • A smart Dishwasher with scheduling optimization can save ~$10/year at Toledo rates.
  • Run only full loads
  • Use eco or air-dry cycle
  • Scrape dishes instead of pre-rinsing

ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Dishwasher in Toledo saves approximately $8/year at local rates — $100 over the appliance lifetime.

Dishwasher Cost in Other Ohio Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Toledo
Toledo (current)12.9¢$70
Columbus12.8¢$69$-0
Cleveland14.4¢$78+$8
Cincinnati15.6¢$84+$14
Akron13.5¢$73+$3
Dayton15.7¢$85+$15
Parma11.4¢$61$-8
Canton12.9¢$70$-0
Lorain12.1¢$65$-4

Dishwasher Energy Cost FAQ — Toledo, OH

Understanding Dishwasher Energy Costs in Toledo, OH

Toledo is a mid-sized Ohio city where residential electricity rates from Toledo Edison (FirstEnergy) are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a high-draw appliance like the Dishwasher (1,800W) at Toledo's rate of 12.9¢/kWh costs approximately $70 per year — $0 less than the national average of $70.

Rates in Toledo are close to the national average, so the Dishwasher's annual cost of $70 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 12-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $837.

With a cost of living index of 100, Toledo is near the national median. The Dishwasher's monthly cost of $5.81 represents a typical share of the average Toledo electric bill of $102/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Dishwasher can cut energy use by up to 12%, saving approximately $8 per year at Toledo rates.

Toledo's moderate climate (avg 45.6°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Dishwasher produces approximately 0.19 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Toledo 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 Toledo.

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