How Much Does Running an Air Conditioner Cost Per Month?
Running a 1500W air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days at $0.13/kWh costs about $46.80.
How to use this tool
- Enter power, hours per day, number of days and electricity rate in the fields above.
- Results update instantly as you type — or click Calculate.
- Read your total cost and the full breakdown beneath it.
Estimate your monthly air conditioner electricity cost based on typical usage of 8 hours a day all month.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I calculate electricity cost?
- Multiply the appliance wattage by hours used per day and number of days, divide by 1000 to get kWh, then multiply by your electricity rate per kWh.