LG DLHC3602*
Electric · 7.8
Summary
The LG DLHC3602* is an electric with 7.8 capacity that uses 257 kWh per year, costing approximately $41.12annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $411.20 in energy costs alone. It has earned ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products.
Ranked #44 out of 614 clothes dryers by annual running cost, it costs $49.88 less per year than the category average of $91.
How This Compares to Other Clothes Dryers
Ranked #44 out of 614 in the clothes dryers category (by lowest annual cost).
Energy Details
Running Cost Breakdown
Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):
Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.
What This Means for You
The LG DLHC3602* is cheaper to run than the average clothes dryer in its category. At $41.12/year, you'll save approximately $498.80 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.
Its efficiency score is moderate — solid but not top-tier. It balances upfront cost with reasonable energy savings.
Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a clothes dryer. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.