Appliance Running Cost Calculator
Work out what running a specific appliance costs in electricity per hour, per day and per year.
Last verified: 5 May 2026Reviewed by the Savings Mate editorial team — figures fact-checked against the ATO, Services Australia and ASIC MoneySmart.
What does it cost to run an appliance?
Multiply the appliance's kilowatts by the hours you use it and your electricity price. A typical 2,000 W appliance run 3 hours a day at $0.30 per kWh costs about $1.80 a day, or roughly $657 a year. Source: energy.gov.au.
General information and estimates only — not financial, tax, or legal advice. Always verify with a licensed adviser or the ATO.
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