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How much does it cost to run an iron? ($1.68/mo)
Running an iron costs about $1.68 / month
($0.06/day at 0.3 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
($0.06/day at 0.3 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
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A clothes iron cycles its heating element on and off, so it only draws full power while reaching the set temperature.
Cost at different electricity rates
| Electricity rate | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $0.03 | $0.99 | $12.05 |
| $0.15/kWh | $0.05 | $1.49 | $18.07 |
| $0.20/kWh | $0.07 | $1.98 | $24.09 |
| $0.25/kWh | $0.08 | $2.48 | $30.11 |
| $0.30/kWh | $0.10 | $2.97 | $36.14 |
| $0.40/kWh | $0.13 | $3.96 | $48.18 |
Cost over time
| Per hour of use | $0.19 |
| Per day (0.3 h) | $0.06 |
| Per month | $1.68 |
| Per year | $20.48 |
How to spend less
- Run it fewer hours or on an eco / lower setting.
- Upgrade to a more efficient model (check the energy label).
- Use a smart plug or timer to kill standby and idle draw.
Want the raw figure? See how many watts an iron uses.
FAQ
How many watts does an iron use?
Steam irons draw about 1000-1800 watts when the element is heating.
Does an iron use power between presses?
Only when reheating to the set temperature; it idles low once hot.
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