Evaporative Cooler in Glendale — $49/yr to Run (12.7¢/kWh)

Your evaporative cooler in Glendale costs about $4/month at 12.7¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Glendale, AZ Electricity Rate

12.7¢/kWh

Utility: Arizona Public Service (APS)

-3% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.41

3.2 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$4.05

32 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$49

384 kWh/yr

Lifetime (15yr)

$730

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Glendale

PeriodkWhGlendale CostNational AvgDifference
Daily3.2$0.41$0.42$-0.01
Weekly22.4$2.84$2.91$-0.07
Monthly32.0$4.05$4.16$-0.11
Quarterly96.0$12.16$12.48$-0.32
Annual384.0$48.65$49.92$-1.27

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Daily

$0.41

Monthly

$4.05

Annual

$49

15-Year

$730

Energy Saving Tips for Evaporative Cooler in Glendale

  • Glendale has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • Glendale's warm climate (avg 72.5°F) means higher cooling costs — consider ceiling fans to supplement.
  • Best in dry climates below 50% humidity
  • Keep water pads clean
  • Open windows for airflow

Evaporative Cooler Cost in Other Arizona Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Glendale
Glendale (current)12.7¢$49
Phoenix14.0¢$54+$5
Tucson13.8¢$53+$4
Mesa12.2¢$47$-2
Chandler14.1¢$54+$5
Gilbert13.0¢$50+$1
Scottsdale14.1¢$54+$6
Peoria13.4¢$52+$3
Tempe13.5¢$52+$3

Evaporative Cooler Energy Cost FAQ — Glendale, AZ

Understanding Evaporative Cooler Energy Costs in Glendale, AZ

Glendale is a mid-sized Arizona city where residential electricity rates from Arizona Public Service (APS) are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Evaporative Cooler (400W) at Glendale's rate of 12.7¢/kWh costs approximately $49 per year — $1 less than the national average of $50.

Rates in Glendale are close to the national average, so the Evaporative Cooler's annual cost of $49 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 15-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $730.

With a cost of living index of 98, Glendale is near the national median. The Evaporative Cooler's monthly cost of $4.05 represents a typical share of the average Glendale electric bill of $128/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.

In Glendale's warm climate (avg 72.5°F), HVAC-related appliances tend to run more frequently, compounding energy costs. A Evaporative Cooler produces approximately 0.27 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Glendale residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Glendale.

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