Clothes Iron in Tempe — $5/yr to Run (13.5¢/kWh)
Your clothes iron in Tempe costs about $0/month at 13.5¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Tempe, AZ Electricity Rate
13.5¢/kWh
Utility: Arizona Public Service
+4% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.03
0.2 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.40
3 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$5
36 kWh/yr
Lifetime (8yr)
$39
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tempe
| Period | kWh | Tempe Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.2 | $0.03 | $0.03 | +$0.00 |
| Weekly | 1.7 | $0.23 | $0.22 | +$0.01 |
| Monthly | 3.0 | $0.40 | $0.39 | +$0.01 |
| Quarterly | 9.0 | $1.21 | $1.17 | +$0.04 |
| Annual | 36.0 | $4.85 | $4.68 | +$0.17 |
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Daily
$0.03
Monthly
$0.40
Annual
$5
8-Year
$39
Energy Saving Tips for Clothes Iron in Tempe
- ✓Tempe electricity rates are 4% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
- ✓A smart Clothes Iron with scheduling optimization can save ~$0/year at Tempe rates.
- ✓Iron in batches to avoid reheating
- ✓Use steam efficiently
- ✓Iron delicates first at lower temp
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Clothes Iron Energy Cost FAQ — Tempe, AZ
Understanding Clothes Iron Energy Costs in Tempe, AZ
Tempe is a mid-sized Arizona city where residential electricity rates from Arizona Public Service are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a moderate-draw appliance like the Clothes Iron (1,200W) at Tempe's rate of 13.5¢/kWh costs approximately $5 per year — $0 more than the national average of $5.
Tempe rates are 4% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $0 per year to Clothes Iron operating costs. Over the appliance's 8-year lifespan, that's $1 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.
Tempe's cost of living index of 94 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Clothes Iron adds $0.40/month to a typical bill of $130. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Clothes Iron with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 10%, saving $0/year.
Tempe's moderate climate (avg 65°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Clothes Iron produces approximately 0.03 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tempe residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tempe.
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