Portable Ice Maker in New Bedford — $28/yr to Run (23.4¢/kWh)
Your portable ice maker in New Bedford costs about $2/month at 23.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
New Bedford, MA Electricity Rate
23.4¢/kWh
Utility: Eversource
+80% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.14
0.6 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$2.34
10 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$28
120 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$141
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in New Bedford
| Period | kWh | New Bedford Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.6 | $0.14 | $0.08 | +$0.06 |
| Weekly | 4.2 | $0.98 | $0.55 | +$0.44 |
| Monthly | 10.0 | $2.34 | $1.30 | +$1.04 |
| Quarterly | 30.0 | $7.03 | $3.90 | +$3.13 |
| Annual | 120.0 | $28.12 | $15.60 | +$12.52 |
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Daily
$0.14
Monthly
$2.34
Annual
$28
5-Year
$141
Energy Saving Tips for Portable Ice Maker in New Bedford
- ✓New Bedford electricity rates are 80% 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 — New Bedford, MA
Understanding Portable Ice Maker Energy Costs in New Bedford, MA
New Bedford is a mid-sized Massachusetts city where residential electricity rates from Eversource are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Portable Ice Maker (150W) at New Bedford's rate of 23.4¢/kWh costs approximately $28 per year — $13 more than the national average of $16.
Electricity in New Bedford is significantly more expensive than the national average — 80% higher. For a Portable Ice Maker used 4 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $13 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.
With a cost of living index of 102.5, New Bedford is near the national median. The Portable Ice Maker's monthly cost of $2.34 represents a typical share of the average New Bedford electric bill of $211/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
New Bedford's moderate climate (avg 51°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. New Bedford residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for New Bedford.
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