ENERGY COSTS

GUIDE
For common household
appliances

BE ENERGY SMART!
 REFRIGERATION LIGHTING
Tampa Electric is committed to helping you use energy Replace incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient compact fluorescent
Maximize efficiency by setting the temperature at or near the
wisely. We developed this brochure to provide you with manufacture’s optimal settings. Vacuum dust from condenser coils on lamps (CFLs) or light emitting diodes (LEDs). LEDs last up to 25 times
an approximate cost to run various appliances and other the rear or bottom of unit, and prevent cold air leakage by replacing longer and use about 20 percent less energy than traditional bulbs.
devices that use electricity. Prices shown are based on damaged door seals. 60-Watt Incandescent.................................................................... $1.32 per month
typical usage periods. 7-Watt LED (60 Watt Incandescent Equiv.).................................... $0.15 per month
Refrigerator/Freezer......................................................... $4.39 -$21.96 per month
Side-By-Side.......................................................................... $4.39 -$21.96 per month 13-Watt CFL (60 Watt Incandescent Equiv.).................................. $0.29 per month
AIR CONDITIONING Mini Refrigerator....................................................................$1.46-$2.93 per month 75-Watt Incandescent.....................................................................$1.65 per month
Change filters monthly and make sure they are installed facing the 23-Watt CFL (75 Watt Incandescent Equiv.).................................. $0.51 per month
Wine Cooler..............................................................................$2.93-$5.86 per month
correct direction. Service your system annually for maximum efficiency. 15-Watt LED (75 Watt Incandescent Equiv.)...................................$0.31 per month
Costs vary based on age and size of unit
2 ton 16 SEER...............................................................................$0.21 per hour 100-Watt Incandescent..................................................................$2.20 per month
2 ton 20 SEER..............................................................................$0.19 per hour
LAUNDRY/CLEANING 26-Watt CFL (100 Watt Incandescent Equiv.)................................$0.57 per month
Only run a dishwasher that’s full of dishes. Once the final rinse cycle 19-Watt LED (100 Watt Incandescent Equiv.)................................ $0.42 per month
2.5 ton 16 SEER...........................................................................$0.26 per hour is complete, open the door and let your dishes dry without using the
2.5 ton 20 SEER...........................................................................$0.21 per hour heated dry cycle. When possible, use cold water to wash clothes. 50-Watt Mercury Bulb .....................................................................$1.10 per month
70-Watt High-Pressure Sodium ..................................................$1.54 per month
3 ton 16 SEER..............................................................................$0.32 per hour Clothes Dryer...............................................................................$0.16-$0.46 per load
Holiday Lighting
3 ton 20 SEER.............................................................................$0.26 per hour Washer............................................................................................$0.05-$0.18 per load
50 Count Non-LED Mini................................................................. $0.70 per month
3.5 ton 16 SEER...........................................................................$0.37 per hour Dishwasher.................................................................................... $0.15-$0.31 per hour
100 Count Non-LED Mini..................................................................$1.23 per month
3.5 ton 20 SEER..........................................................................$0.29 per hour Iron..................................................................................................$0.01-$0.15 per hour
50 Count LED Mini............................................................................ $0.14 per month
Vacuum Cleaner.......................................................................... $0.01-$0.31 per hour
4 ton 16 SEER...............................................................................$0.41 per hour 70 Count LED Icicle...........................................................................$0.21 per month
4 ton 20 SEER.............................................................................$0.33 per hour WATER HEATING Based on 6 hr. run time over 30 days

5 ton 16 SEER..............................................................................$0.56 per hour Lower your water heater thermostat settings to 120°F. Install flow- Decorative Lighting
restricting devices in showers and faucets. 10 SOCKET STRING
5 ton 20 SEER.............................................................................$0.42 per hour
Hybrid Water Heating 5-Watt Bulb.........................................................................................$1.46 per month
HEATING Tub Bath........................................................................................................$0.17 per tub 7-Watt Bulb..............................................................................................$2.05 per month
Close shades and drapes at night to keep heat inside during the winter. Shower..............................................................................$0.10 per 10 minute shower LED .4-Watt............................................................................................ $.12 per month
Be sure to set your thermostat to 68° F or lower at night. 25 SOCKET STRING
Cost/Person, Whole House..................................................................$2.98 monthly
Central Resistance Heat: 5-Watt Bulb........................................................................................$3.66 per month
Electric Tank Water Heating
5 kW......................................................................................................$0.61 per hour 7-Watt Bulb..........................................................................................$5.12 per month
Tub Bath...................................................................................................... $0.69 per tub
8 kW.....................................................................................................$0.98 per hour LED .4-Watt........................................................................................ $0.29 per month
Shower..............................................................................$0.41 per 10 minute shower
10 kW ................................................................................................... $1.22 per hour 100 SOCKET STRING
Cost/Person, Whole House................................................................. $12.41 monthly
15 kW ................................................................................................... $1.83 per hour 5-Watt Bulb......................................................................................$14.64 per month
Space Heater (Portable) 1250 – 1650 Watts..............................$0.18 per hour Electric Tankless Water Heating
LED 2.4-Watt...................................................................................... $0.07 per month
Tub Bath...................................................................................................... $0.63 per tub
Based on 8 hrs. per day over 30 days
COOKING Shower.............................................................................$0.38 per 10 minute shower
Always match the burner to the pan! This helps to avoid wasting Cost/Person, Whole House................................................................. $11.28 monthly ENTERTAINMENT
electricity and reduce unwanted heat generated by the uncovered burner. Costs vary based on age and size of water heater and water use. Look for the ENERGY STAR® label when purchasing new equipment.
Coffee Maker (single serve)..................................$0.07 to $0.18 per hour DVD & VHS & CD Player.................................................................. $0.03 per month
SMALL APPLIANCES Laptop Computer............................................................................ $0.07 per month
Food Processor.........................................................$0.06 to $0.15 per hour Run ceiling fans at low speeds in occupied rooms and set them to rotate
Desktop ............................................................................................. $0.89 per month
Microwave....................................................................$0.10 to $0.12 per hour clockwise in the winter.
Printer.................................................................................................$0.09 per month
Toaster..........................................................................$0.10 to $0.18 per hour Ceiling Fan or Box Fan......................................................................... $0.01 per hour Game Consoles.................................................................................$0.22 per month
Air Fryer.......................................................................$0.12 to $0.21 per hour Air Purifier................................................................................................ $0.01 per hour LED TV 15”-32”..................................................................................$0.05 per month
Hair Dryer..................................................................................................$0.18 per hour LED TV 37”-60”...................................................................................$0.12 per month
Range
Oxygen Machine.................................................................................... $0.06 per hour OLED TV 32”-60” .............................................................................. $0.15 per month
Small Surface 6” Coil................................................................$0.16 per hour Golf Cart Charger................................................................................... $0.10 per hour LCD TV 32”-60” .....................................................................................$0.24 per month
Large Surface 8” Coil...............................................................$0.31 per hour Dehumidifier...............................................................................$0.02-$0.09 per hour Plasma TV 32”-60”......................................................................... $0.59 per month
Electric Oven/Convection Oven............................$0.24 to $0.61 per hour Attic Fan 160-Watts – 300-Watts...........................................$0.01-$0.03 per hour Based on the average of 4 hrs. per day
STANDBY OR VAMPIRE LOAD
Save when you install multi-outlet power strips that make it easy to
turn off electronic devices that are not in use.
Game Console .................................................................................. $0.16 per month
Cell Phone/Tablet .......................................................................... $0.03 per month
DVD ...................................................................................................... $0.61 per month
Printer................................................................................................ $0.35 per month
Microwave Clock ............................................................................$0.04 per month
Range Clock ...................................................................................... $0.18 per month
TV Flat Screen ....................................................................................$0.11 per month

INFLATABLE DECORATIONS
To help save on energy costs, monitor your use of these decorations
and only inflate them when in use.
4’, 52 Watt...........................................................................................$1.52 per month
6’, 60 Watt ..........................................................................................$1.70 per month
8’, 76 Watt..........................................................................................$2.23 per month
12’, 85 Watt ........................................................................................$2.49 per month
Based on 8 hr. run time over 30 days

WATER PUMPS
Turn off pool pumps and/or heater when not needed. Save even more
when you upgrade to a variable speed pump.
1/2 Horsepower ...................................................................................$0.04 per hour
3/4 Horsepower..................................................................................$0.06 per hour
1 Horsepower .......................................................................................$0.09 per hour
1-1/2 Horsepower .................................................................................$0.13 per hour
2 Horsepower ....................................................................................... $0.17 per hour
2 1/2 Horsepower ................................................................................ $0.21 per hour
3 Horsepower ......................................................................................$0.26 per hour
Based on 85% pump efficiency. Operating cost varies based on motor load and
efficiency.

HEAT PUMP POOL HEATER

Have your pool heat pump services annually to maintain performance
and maximize the life of the unit.
35,000 Gal. = 6,670 Watts ................................................................$0.81 per hour
28,000 Gal. = 5,980 Watts ............................................................... $0.73 per hour
24,000 Gal. = 4,600 Watts ...............................................................$0.56 per hour

PLUG-IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING

Take advantage of Tampa Electric’s free Energy PlannerSM
program and save when you charge during off-peak hours. Visit
TampaElectric.com/EP for more about Energy Planner and
TampaElectric.com/EV to learn more about the benefits of driving
an electric vehicle.
Battery Capacity 16.7 kW ..................................................................$0.03 per mile
Battery Capacity 57 kW.....................................................................$0.03 per mile
Battery Capacity 76 kW ....................................................................$0.03 per mile
Battery Capacity 97 kW ....................................................................$0.03 per mile
Battery Capacity 107 kW ...................................................................$0.04 per mile
 The costs listed in this brochure are based on a rate of
$0.122 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh). You can locate Tampa
Electric’s current rates at TampaElectric.com/Rates.
The information in this brochure is based on estimated
wattages and is intended to offer general guidelines
only. Wattages may vary based on age, make and model
of equipment and should not be regarded as fully
representative of the costs of use.
How to calculate cost per hour
To calculate the approximate cost to operate a specific
appliance or other item not included on this brochure,
locate the wattage listed on the appliance (you may
need to reference the owner’s manual) and divide it by
1,000 to get the kWh. Once you have the kWh, multiply
by $0.122 cents per kWh to get an approximate cost to
operate the appliance for one hour.
For example: Consider an appliance that uses 600 Watts.
Divide 600 Watts by 1,000 = .6 kWh.
Multiply .6 kWh by $0.122 cents per kWh = $0.0732 per hour.

To save energy and protect the environment,

look for the ENERGY STAR label.
Visit EnergyStar.gov to learn more.

To learn more about our energy-saving programs, call

813-275-3909

TampaElectric.com/Save

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