Find the true cost per load of laundry, combining water, electricity, and detergent costs.
Between water, the electricity to run washer and dryer cycles, and detergent, each load of laundry carries a real cost that adds up significantly over a year.
Cost per Load = Water Cost + Electricity Cost + Detergent Cost
At $1.00 per load and 5 loads/week, laundry costs about $21.65/month, or roughly $260/year.
It sums water, electricity/gas for washer and dryer, and detergent cost per load based on utility rates and appliance usage.
Often yes — dryers typically use more energy than washers, making drying a larger share of total laundry cost.
Washing in cold water, running full loads, and air-drying when possible are common ways to cut costs.