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Appliance Energy & Cost Data, By the Numbers

What a 9421-model slice of the ENERGY STAR certified field looks like when you line up energy use and computed operating cost across categories.

Models
9421
Appliance types
9
With cost estimate
8602
Rate (c/kWh)
18.56

Models by appliance type

TypeModels
Refrigerators4581
Water heaters1306
Dishwashers728
Clothes dryers651
Freezers635
Dehumidifiers504
Room air conditioners395
Clothes washers378
Electric cooking243

Frequently asked questions

How many models does this cover?

9421 ENERGY STAR certified models across 9 appliance categories, of which 8602 carry a computed operating-cost estimate.

Are the operating costs real prices?

No — every operating cost is computed from a model's measured energy use at the EIA U.S. national-average residential electricity rate. It's a comparison estimate, not a quote; your real cost depends on your local rate and usage.

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