How Much Does It Cost to Run Garment Steamer?
A steamer boils water at 1,500 watts, but a quick pass over a shirt lasts minutes. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running a garment steamer costs about $1.50/month ($18.05/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run a garment steamer
$18/yr
- Per day
- $0.05
- Per month
- $1.50
- Energy per year
- 110 kWh
Cost = power (kW) × hours × days × your rate. Defaults are typical values — enter your appliance's actual watts (often on a label) and your real rate for a precise figure.
Cost to run a garment steamer by electricity rate
Same 1,500 W appliance, 0.2 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $1.05 | $12.60 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $1.50 | $18.05 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $3.91 | $46.93 |
Find your state's rate on the electricity rates by state page, or see the appliance wattage chart for more devices.
Frequently asked questions
At the US-average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh, a garment steamer drawing 1,500 watts for about 0.2 hours a day costs roughly $0.05 per day, $1.50 per month, and $18.05 per year. Your actual cost depends on your electricity rate and how much you use it — adjust both in the calculator above.
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