U.S. residential electricity EIA data: July 2026 US average 18.3¢/kWh Updated

2 appliances · US average 18.3¢/kWh

Outdoor & Garage Appliances: Cost to Run

Pool pumps and EV chargers — high-draw equipment that can rival a whole-home AC system.

Outdoor & Garage appliance running costs compared

At typical use and the US average rate (EIA, Jul 2026).
Typical use
Pool Pump 1,500W 8 hours a day 365.0 $66.84 $802
EV Charger 7,200W 2 hours a day 438.0 $80.21 $962