Laundry is among 1 of the least favorite chores for the average American, and it also happens to be 1 of the appliances that require the most energy.
Updated, efficient appliances can make a big difference on the bill. Nowadays, all the appliances you purchase from a store are energy efficient, some more than others. In fact, home appliances are so much more efficient than they used to be that rebates have largely gone away nationwide – it’s expected that consumers must go with efficient options, so no need to incentivize.
Jetted tubs or hot tubs are like an extra large water heater, and use a large amount of energy to work. The exact amount of energy is determined by the wattage of the heater, the pump, and how often the hot tub is on.
Minimal energy users: curling irons, robot vacuums, night lights, and sleep apnea machines.
| Item | Watts | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Laundry dryer | 3,000 | 18¢ per hour |
| Laundry washer, cold wash/cold rinse | 300 | 2¢ per hour |
| Laundry washer, hot wash/warm rinse | 4,500 | 28¢ per hour |
| Hair dryer | 1,800 | 2¢ per 10 minutes |
| Curling iron | 50 | 0.31¢ per hour |
| Jetted tub, 1hp motor | 745 | 5¢ per hour |
| Hot tub heater | 2,514 | 15¢ per hour |
| 10-minute shower (2.5 gallons per min) | 14¢ per shower | |
| Nebulizer | 1,000 | 6¢ per hour |
| Oxygen concentrator | 480 | 3¢ per hour |
| Sleep apnea machine-CPAP | 200 | 1¢ per hour |
| Vacuum cleaner | 1,400 | 9¢ per hour |
| Robot vacuum | 50 | 0.31¢ per hour |
| Iron | 1,100 | 7¢ per hour |
| Night light | 4 | 0.025¢ per hour |
| Electric blanket - twin size | 100 | 1¢ per hour |
| Aquarium (10-gallon) | 50 | 0.31¢ per hour |
| Level 1 EV charger (20-hour charge) | 1,200 | $1.47 per charge |
| Level 2 EV charger (8-hour charge) | 7,600 | $3.73 per charge |
Amounts are based on averages and estimates, but actual amounts will vary based on make/model, wear/tear, and frequency of use.