Portable Ice Maker in Cincinnati — $19/yr to Run (15.6¢/kWh)
Your portable ice maker in Cincinnati costs about $2/month at 15.6¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Cincinnati, OH Electricity Rate
15.6¢/kWh
Utility: Duke Energy Ohio
+20% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.09
0.6 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$1.56
10 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$19
120 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$94
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Cincinnati
| Period | kWh | Cincinnati Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.6 | $0.09 | $0.08 | +$0.02 |
| Weekly | 4.2 | $0.66 | $0.55 | +$0.11 |
| Monthly | 10.0 | $1.56 | $1.30 | +$0.26 |
| Quarterly | 30.0 | $4.68 | $3.90 | +$0.78 |
| Annual | 120.0 | $18.72 | $15.60 | +$3.12 |
Customize Your Portable Ice Maker Cost
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Daily
$0.09
Monthly
$1.56
Annual
$19
5-Year
$94
Energy Saving Tips for Portable Ice Maker in Cincinnati
- ✓Cincinnati electricity rates are 20% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
- ✓Clean and descale monthly
- ✓Use filtered water for better ice
- ✓Turn off when not needed
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Portable Ice Maker Energy Cost FAQ — Cincinnati, OH
Understanding Portable Ice Maker Energy Costs in Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati is a mid-sized Ohio city where residential electricity rates from Duke Energy Ohio are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Portable Ice Maker (150W) at Cincinnati's rate of 15.6¢/kWh costs approximately $19 per year — $3 more than the national average of $16.
Cincinnati rates are 20% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $3 per year to Portable Ice Maker operating costs. Over the appliance's 5-year lifespan, that's $16 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.
Cincinnati's cost of living index of 93 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Portable Ice Maker adds $1.56/month to a typical bill of $103. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Cincinnati's moderate climate (avg 56.6°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Portable Ice Maker produces approximately 0.09 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Cincinnati residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Cincinnati.
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