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Air conditioner: what does it cost to run?
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Estimated monthly cost
$51.84$1.73 / day$630.72 / year
288.0 kWh used each month02 · Appliance-specific guide
How to estimate air conditioner correctly
The 1200 W and 8 h/day values are an editable example, not a claim about every model. This appliance is best treated as thermostat-controlled use.
What to verify
Cooling load changes with outdoor temperature, insulation, set point and inverter speed; a plug meter gives a better seasonal average.
Formula
Power (W) ÷ 1,000 × active hours × electricity rate. This example uses 9.6 kWh/day, 288 kWh/30 days and 3,504 kWh/year.
Accuracy limit
The calculator prices the values you enter. It cannot know thermostat cycles, power modes, losses, appliance condition or the exact tariff on your bill; verify those inputs for a decision.
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