Portable Ice Maker in Tucson — $17/yr to Run (13.8¢/kWh)
Your portable ice maker in Tucson costs about $1/month at 13.8¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Tucson, AZ Electricity Rate
13.8¢/kWh
Utility: Tucson Electric Power (TEP)
+6% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.08
0.6 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$1.38
10 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$17
120 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$83
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tucson
| Period | kWh | Tucson Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.6 | $0.08 | $0.08 | +$0.00 |
| Weekly | 4.2 | $0.58 | $0.55 | +$0.03 |
| Monthly | 10.0 | $1.38 | $1.30 | +$0.08 |
| Quarterly | 30.0 | $4.14 | $3.90 | +$0.24 |
| Annual | 120.0 | $16.57 | $15.60 | +$0.97 |
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Daily
$0.08
Monthly
$1.38
Annual
$17
5-Year
$83
Energy Saving Tips for Portable Ice Maker in Tucson
- ✓Tucson electricity rates are 6% 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 — Tucson, AZ
Understanding Portable Ice Maker Energy Costs in Tucson, AZ
In a major metro like Tucson, electricity demand is high and rates reflect the cost of maintaining infrastructure for 0.5 million residents. Running a low-draw appliance like the Portable Ice Maker (150W) at Tucson's rate of 13.8¢/kWh costs approximately $17 per year — $1 more than the national average of $16.
Tucson rates are 6% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $1 per year to Portable Ice Maker operating costs. Over the appliance's 5-year lifespan, that's $5 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.
With a cost of living index of 103, Tucson is near the national median. The Portable Ice Maker's monthly cost of $1.38 represents a typical share of the average Tucson electric bill of $135/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 Tucson's warm climate (avg 77.2°F), HVAC-related appliances tend to run more frequently, compounding energy costs. A Portable Ice Maker produces approximately 0.09 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tucson residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tucson.
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