Energy Information
When purchasing a new appliance, consider the second price tag - how much it costs to operate. Appliances that are less expensive to purchase initially may have higher operating costs. Family habits and size will impact usage. For a guide to help calculate energy use for additional appliances and equipment, request a copy of the brochure Use Energy Wisely.
Appliances bearing the Energy Star® tag are good choices, as they have been tested for efficient energy usage.
This is a list of common household appliances with estimates of wattage and usage (excludes base charge).
For more information about Energy Star®, visit http://www.energystar.gov.
|
Appliance |
Estimated Wattage |
Average Hours/Month |
Average kWh/Month |
Monthly Fergus (.1243 kWh charge) |
|
Clothes Dryer |
4,500 |
24 |
108.00 |
$13.43 |
|
Clothes Dryer, Energy Star® |
360 |
18 |
3.48 |
0.44 |
|
Computer, Laptop |
54 |
60 |
3.24 |
0.41 |
|
Computer, Desktop |
250 |
60 |
15.00 |
1.87 |
|
Computer, Monitor |
225 |
60 |
13.50 |
1.68 |
|
Computer, Printer, Desk Jet |
48 |
8 |
.38 |
0.05 |
|
Computer, Printer, Laser Jet |
576 |
8 |
4.61 |
0.58 |
|
Dishwasher |
1,200 |
30 |
36.00 |
4.48 |
|
Dishwasher, Energy Star® |
450 |
30 |
13.50 |
1.68 |
|
DVD Player |
14 |
12 |
.17 |
0.03 |
|
Freezer, Stand Alone |
425 |
720 |
306.00 |
38.04 |
|
Hot Tub (Heater and Pump) |
5,560 |
45 |
250.20 |
31.10 |
|
Television, Big Screen, Color |
250 |
120 |
30.00 |
3.73 |
|
Television, Color |
150 |
30 |
4.50 |
0.56 |
|
Video Game Player |
79 |
30 |
2.37 |
0.30 |
|
Hot Water Heater (Standard) |
2500 |
160 |
400 |
49.72 |
|
Hot Water Heater (Quick Recovery) |
4500 |
111 |
500 |
62.15 |
