Appliance Running Cost
Prices checked 2026-08-28
US residential average is about $0.165. Check your last bill.
| Appliance | Old unit / yr | Efficient / yr | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clothes dryer (electric) | $163.35 | $54.45 | $108.90 |
| Refrigerator | $99.00 | $57.75 | $41.25 |
| Dishwasher | $65.34 | $32.67 | $32.67 |
| Washing machine | $49.50 | $24.75 | $24.75 |
| Central AC | $363.00 | $231.00 | $132.00 |
| Furnace blower | $57.75 | $19.80 | $37.95 |
| Water heater (electric) | $627.00 | $478.50 | $148.50 |
Usage figures follow EPA Energy Guide class averages. The payback question is whether the yearly saving justifies the price gap - use the Repair-or-Replace tool to combine both.
When this matters
Energy savings alone rarely justify replacing a working appliance. Enter the yearly saving into the Repair-or-Replace test and let it tell you the payback period – anything over about 8 years means you are buying a better number, not a better deal.
Important:
FixForesight publishes national cost ranges from public data. It is not a contractor, and this is not a quote. Get two local quotes before you authorise work.
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