Electric Blanket in Tacoma — $10/yr to Run (10.6¢/kWh)
Your electric blanket in Tacoma costs about $1/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
$0.08
0.8 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.85
8 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$10
96 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$51
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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tacoma
| Period | kWh | Tacoma Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.8 | $0.08 | $0.10 | $-0.02 |
| Weekly | 5.6 | $0.59 | $0.73 | $-0.13 |
| Monthly | 8.0 | $0.85 | $1.04 | $-0.19 |
| Quarterly | 24.0 | $2.54 | $3.12 | $-0.58 |
| Annual | 96.0 | $10.18 | $12.48 | $-2.30 |
Customize Your Electric Blanket Cost
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Daily
$0.08
Monthly
$0.85
Annual
$10
5-Year
$51
Energy Saving Tips for Electric Blanket in Tacoma
- ✓Tacoma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓A smart Electric Blanket with scheduling optimization can save ~$2/year at Tacoma rates.
- ✓Pre-heat bed then turn off before sleep
- ✓Use instead of raising whole-home heat
- ✓Choose auto-shutoff models
Highest-Cost Appliances in Tacoma, WA
See which appliances cost the most to run at Tacoma's 10.6¢/kWh electricity rate.
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$696/yr
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EV Charger (Level 2)
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$687/yr
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Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$572/yr
$47.70/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$522/yr
$43.53/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
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$522/yr
$43.53/mo
Heat Pump
HVAC · 2,400W
$407/yr
$33.92/mo
Electric Blanket Cost in Other Washington Cities
Electric Blanket Energy Cost FAQ — Tacoma, WA
Understanding Electric Blanket 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 low-draw appliance like the Electric Blanket (200W) at Tacoma's rate of 10.6¢/kWh costs approximately $10 per year — $2 less than the national average of $12.
Rates in Tacoma are close to the national average, so the Electric Blanket's annual cost of $10 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 5-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $51.
With a cost of living index of 108, Tacoma is near the national median. The Electric Blanket's monthly cost of $0.85 represents a typical share of the average Tacoma electric bill of $123/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Electric Blanket with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 20%, saving $2/year.
Tacoma's moderate climate (avg 44.7°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Electric Blanket produces approximately 0.07 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tacoma residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tacoma.
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