Cost to Run a 150-watt sewing machine for 2 hours
Running a 150-watt sewing machine for 2 hours uses 0.3 kWh and costs $0.053 at $0.175/kWh. Do that every day and it adds up to $1.58 a month.
Calculate your own cost
- Per hour
- $0.0260.15 kWh
- Per day
- $0.0530.3 kWh
- Per week
- $0.3682.1 kWh
- Per month (30 days)
- $1.589 kWh
- Per year
- $19.16110 kWh
Formula: watts ÷ 1,000 × hours × rate. Edit any box and every number updates instantly.
People also ask
How much does a 150-watt sewing machine cost per hour?
At $0.175/kWh, it costs $0.026 per hour. The maths: 150 W ÷ 1,000 = 0.15 kWh per hour, × $0.175 = $0.026.
How much does it cost per month?
Used 2 hours a day for 30 days, it costs about $1.58 per month and uses 9 kWh. Change the hours in the calculator above to match how you use it.
How many kWh does it use?
0.3 kWh per day, 9 kWh per month and 110 kWh per year at 2 hours a day. A kWh is one kilowatt (1,000 W) used for one hour. It is the unit on your electricity bill.
How can I lower the cost?
Switch off at the wall during long breaks. Check your bill for the exact rate and enter it above.
Does my electricity rate change the answer?
Yes, a lot. At 10¢ per kWh the monthly cost is $0.90 and at 30¢ it is $2.70. Find your rate on your bill (total cost ÷ kWh used) and type it into the calculator.
Cost by hours of use
| Used per day | Energy per day | Cost per day | Cost per month | Cost per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 0.15 kWh | $0.026 | $0.788 | $9.58 |
| 2 hours | 0.3 kWh | $0.053 | $1.58 | $19.16 |
| 3 hours | 0.45 kWh | $0.079 | $2.36 | $28.74 |
| 4 hours | 0.6 kWh | $0.105 | $3.15 | $38.33 |
| 5 hours | 0.75 kWh | $0.131 | $3.94 | $47.91 |
| 6 hours | 0.9 kWh | $0.158 | $4.73 | $57.49 |
| 7 hours | 1.05 kWh | $0.184 | $5.51 | $67.07 |
| 8 hours | 1.2 kWh | $0.21 | $6.30 | $76.65 |
| 9 hours | 1.35 kWh | $0.236 | $7.09 | $86.23 |
| 10 hours | 1.5 kWh | $0.263 | $7.88 | $95.81 |
| 11 hours | 1.65 kWh | $0.289 | $8.66 | $105.39 |
| 12 hours | 1.8 kWh | $0.315 | $9.45 | $114.98 |
| 13 hours | 1.95 kWh | $0.341 | $10.24 | $124.56 |
| 14 hours | 2.1 kWh | $0.368 | $11.03 | $134.14 |
| 15 hours | 2.25 kWh | $0.394 | $11.81 | $143.72 |
| 16 hours | 2.4 kWh | $0.42 | $12.60 | $153.30 |
| 17 hours | 2.55 kWh | $0.446 | $13.39 | $162.88 |
| 18 hours | 2.7 kWh | $0.473 | $14.18 | $172.46 |
| 19 hours | 2.85 kWh | $0.499 | $14.96 | $182.04 |
| 20 hours | 3 kWh | $0.525 | $15.75 | $191.63 |
| 21 hours | 3.15 kWh | $0.551 | $16.54 | $201.21 |
| 22 hours | 3.3 kWh | $0.578 | $17.33 | $210.79 |
| 23 hours | 3.45 kWh | $0.604 | $18.11 | $220.37 |
| 24 hours | 3.6 kWh | $0.63 | $18.90 | $229.95 |
How we worked it out
- Energy per hour: 150 W ÷ 1,000 = 0.15 kWh
- Cost per hour: 0.15 kWh × $0.175 = $0.026
- Cost per day: × 2 hours = $0.053
- Month and year: × 30 days = $1.58, × 365 days = $19.16
What it costs in different places
Same 150-watt sewing machine, 2 hours a day. Only the local electricity rate changes.
| Place | Rate per kWh | Cost per month |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $0.175 | $1.58 |
| California | $0.32 | $2.88 |
| Texas | $0.155 | $1.40 |
| New York | $0.25 | $2.25 |
| Florida | $0.155 | $1.40 |
| Illinois | $0.17 | $1.53 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.18 | $1.62 |
| Ohio | $0.17 | $1.53 |
| Washington | $0.115 | $1.04 |
About sewing machine running costs
Sewing machine power varies with motor design and speed. The rated maximum may exceed typical draw during ordinary stitching.
Typical sizes: 50 W, 100 W, 150 W, 250 W.
How to spend less: Switch off at the wall during long breaks.
What this estimate assumes
- The appliance draws its full stated wattage the whole time it is on. Real units with a thermostat cycle off and cost less.
- Wattage is the typical label value, not a measured value. Check the label on your own appliance.
- The rate is an approximate residential average. Your bill may include fixed fees, tiers or time-of-use pricing. Edit the rate above.
- A month is 30 days and a year is 365 days.