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

2 appliances · US average 18.3¢/kWh

Laundry Appliances: Cost to Run

Washers and dryers, measured per load — the dryer is one of the most expensive appliances in most homes.

Laundry appliance running costs compared

At typical use and the US average rate (EIA, Jul 2026).
Typical use
Washing Machine 500W 5 loads a week 10.9 $1.99 $23.87
Clothes Dryer 5,000W 5 loads a week 65.2 $11.94 $143