Garment Steamer in Tacoma — $2/yr to Run (10.6¢/kWh)
Your garment steamer in Tacoma costs about $0/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
$0.02
0.2 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.20
2 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$2
23 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$12
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tacoma
| Period | kWh | Tacoma Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.2 | $0.02 | $0.02 | $-0.00 |
| Weekly | 1.1 | $0.11 | $0.14 | $-0.03 |
| Monthly | 1.9 | $0.20 | $0.24 | $-0.05 |
| Quarterly | 5.6 | $0.60 | $0.73 | $-0.14 |
| Annual | 22.5 | $2.39 | $2.93 | $-0.54 |
Customize Your Garment Steamer Cost
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Daily
$0.02
Monthly
$0.20
Annual
$2
5-Year
$12
Energy Saving Tips for Garment Steamer in Tacoma
- ✓Tacoma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓Use distilled water to prevent buildup
- ✓Steam in downward strokes
- ✓Let it heat fully before using
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Garment Steamer Energy Cost FAQ — Tacoma, WA
Understanding Garment Steamer 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 moderate-draw appliance like the Garment Steamer (1,500W) at Tacoma's rate of 10.6¢/kWh costs approximately $2 per year — $1 less than the national average of $3.
Rates in Tacoma are close to the national average, so the Garment Steamer's annual cost of $2 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 5-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $12.
With a cost of living index of 108, Tacoma is near the national median. The Garment Steamer's monthly cost of $0.20 represents a typical share of the average Tacoma electric bill of $123/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Tacoma's moderate climate (avg 44.7°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Garment Steamer produces approximately 0.02 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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