Dishwasher in Vancouver — $54/yr to Run (10.0¢/kWh)

Your dishwasher in Vancouver costs about $5/month at 10.0¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Vancouver, WA Electricity Rate

10.0¢/kWh

Utility: Puget Sound Energy

-23% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.18

1.8 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$4.50

45 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$54

540 kWh/yr

Lifetime (12yr)

$649

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Vancouver

PeriodkWhVancouver CostNational AvgDifference
Daily1.8$0.18$0.23$-0.05
Weekly12.6$1.26$1.64$-0.38
Monthly45.0$4.50$5.85$-1.35
Quarterly135.0$13.51$17.55$-4.04
Annual540.0$54.05$70.20$-16.15

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Daily

$0.18

Monthly

$4.50

Annual

$54

12-Year

$649

Energy Saving Tips for Dishwasher in Vancouver

  • Vancouver has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • An ENERGY STAR Dishwasher in Vancouver saves ~$6/year compared to standard models.
  • A smart Dishwasher with scheduling optimization can save ~$8/year at Vancouver 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 Vancouver saves approximately $6/year at local rates — $78 over the appliance lifetime.

Dishwasher Cost in Other Washington Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Vancouver
Vancouver (current)10.0¢$54
Seattle11.6¢$63+$9
Spokane10.3¢$56+$1
Tacoma10.6¢$57+$3
Bellevue11.1¢$60+$6
Kent10.3¢$56+$2
Everett11.0¢$59+$5
Renton8.7¢$47$-7
Spokane Valley11.1¢$60+$6

Dishwasher Energy Cost FAQ — Vancouver, WA

Understanding Dishwasher Energy Costs in Vancouver, WA

Vancouver is a mid-sized Washington city where residential electricity rates from Puget Sound Energy are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a high-draw appliance like the Dishwasher (1,800W) at Vancouver's rate of 10.0¢/kWh costs approximately $54 per year — $16 less than the national average of $70.

Vancouver residents enjoy electricity rates 23% below the national average, saving $16 per year on Dishwasher costs alone. Over 12 years, that's $194 in savings — though energy efficiency is still worth pursuing to reduce both costs and carbon output.

With a cost of living index of 118, Vancouver is near the national median. The Dishwasher's monthly cost of $4.50 represents a typical share of the average Vancouver electric bill of $126/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Dishwasher can cut energy use by up to 12%, saving approximately $6 per year at Vancouver rates.

Vancouver's moderate climate (avg 44.2°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Dishwasher produces approximately 0.19 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Vancouver 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 Vancouver.

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