Laundry Cost Calculator
Home Laundry Cost
Calculate the true cost of doing laundry at home
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Home vs Laundromat
Compare home laundry costs to a laundromat
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Formula
Home Cost/Load = Electricity + Water + Detergent + Machine Depreciation | Savings = (Laundromat Cost - Home Cost) x Loads x 52
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to do a load of laundry at home?
The average cost per home laundry load is $1.00-$1.50 including electricity (dryer ~$0.45, washer ~$0.08), water (~$0.09), detergent (~$0.20), and machine depreciation (~$0.50). Actual costs vary by utility rates and machine efficiency.
Is it cheaper to do laundry at home or a laundromat?
Home laundry is usually cheaper per load ($1.00-$1.50) compared to a laundromat ($4-$7 per load). However, you need to factor in the $1,200-$2,000 upfront cost of machines. For most families, home laundry pays for itself within 1-2 years.