Appliance Energy Cost Calculator

Estimate how much it costs to run any appliance. Enter the wattage, average hours used per day, and your electricity rate. See the daily, monthly, and annual electricity costs and usage.
Works for kitchen, laundry, electronics, heating/cooling, and more.

What This Tool Does

Calculates home appliance energy use and costs based on your appliance's wattage, usage habits, and local electricity rate.
Shows clear daily, monthly, and yearly cost and electricity usage for easier budgeting.
Works for any plug-in device: ovens, fridges, heaters, TVs, fans, chargers, and more.

How to Use

Enter your appliance's power rating in watts (look for a label or estimate using similar appliances as reference).
Input your average usage in hours per day. Decimals supported (e.g., 1.5 for 90 minutes).
Specify how many days/month you use it (e.g. daily = 30; weekends = 8).
Enter your local electricity rate per kilowatt-hour ($/kWh) - find this on your utility bill or use a country/state average.
Click "Calculate" to see your power usage and cost breakdown.
Copy or share the results as needed.

Example Calculation

Example: You have a 1500W space heater, run for 4 hours a day, used 30 days/month, at $0.16/kWh.
The result is:

Electricity used per day: 6.00 kWh
Daily cost: $0.96
Monthly cost: $28.80
Annual cost: $350.40

Common Mistakes & Tips

Not using actual running wattage: Appliances with "eco"/"auto" modes (like fridges or ACs) may use less than listed. Try to estimate the average.
For intermittent use: Adjust "days per month" or use fractional hours to reflect real habits.
Forgot to update local rate: Electricity rates vary! Use your bill for the most accurate result.
✓ To save energy: Unplug idle chargers; replace old bulbs with LEDs; use efficient settings.

How Is the Cost Calculated?

kWh/day: (Watts × Hours per Day) ÷ 1000
Daily Cost: kWh/day × Electricity Rate
Monthly Cost: Daily Cost × Days per Month
Annual Cost: Monthly Cost × 12

FAQ: Appliance Energy Cost Calculator

Can I use this tool for any country?

Yes. The tool works worldwide. Just enter your local electricity rate in your currency per kWh – adjust the currency symbol in your brain or results!

What if my appliance says "Amps" instead of "Watts"?

Multiply Amps × Volts to get Watts. In the U.S., most home appliances run at 120 volts; in Europe, 220–240 volts is common.

How do I find my electricity rate?

Look for "rate per kWh" on your utility bill, usually as $ per kWh or similar. Or search your average rate by city/country.

Can this help reduce my electricity bill?

Yes! Use it to spot high-usage appliances, then reduce usage, upgrade to efficient models, or change habits to save money.