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LG WKHC152H*A

Electric · 4.2

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The LG WKHC152H*A is an electric with 4.2 capacity that uses 133 kWh per year, costing approximately $21.28annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $212.80 in energy costs alone. It has earned ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products.

Ranked #15 out of 614 clothes dryers by annual running cost, it costs $69.72 less per year than the category average of $91.

$21.28
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$212.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Clothes Dryers

Ranked #15 out of 614 in the clothes dryers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$21.28 vs avg $91
$69.72/yr cheaper
Energy Use
133 kWh vs avg 571
438 kWh less
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use133 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$21.28
Monthly Cost (estimated)$1.77
Capacity4.2
BrandLG
TypeElectric
Date Certified2023-12-27

Running Cost Breakdown

Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):

Monthly
$1.77
1 Year
$21.28
5 Years
$106.40
10 Years
$212.80

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 WKHC152H*A is cheaper to run than the average clothes dryer in its category. At $21.28/year, you'll save approximately $697.20 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.

Energy cost estimated at $0.16/kWh (US national average). Your actual cost depends on your local electricity rate and usage patterns. Data from ENERGY STAR certified product database.