This dishwasher uses 220 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $40 a year and $400 over a typical 10-year life. It ranks #69 of 616 standard models for running cost.
Per year (U.S. avg)
$40
Over 10 years
$400
Saves vs the federal minimum
$16/yr
Size
8 place settings
Where to buy
Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.
220 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
One of the cheapest to run
No ENERGY STAR model of the same type and size uses less electricity.
Specs
Brand
Whirlpool
Model
WDFS5118SS
Type
Standard
Energy use
220 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type
307 kWh / year
Water use
516 gallons / year
Width
17.6 in
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
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