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LG WM3505C series: $18 a year to run

This washing machine uses 100 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $18 a year and $200 over a typical 11-year life. It ranks #105 of 243 front load models for running cost.

  1. Price. Check what it costs at the store (links below).
  2. Plus running cost. Add $200 of electricity over 11 years. That is the part the price tag hides.
  3. Compare. Pick your state to see your real number, then check the cheaper-to-run models of the same size.
Per year (U.S. avg)
$18
Over 11 years
$200
Saves vs the federal minimum
$11/yr
Size
4.5 cu ft

Where to buy

Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$18
Electricity over 11 years
$200
Add the price you pay
+ $200

100 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.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Or see every large (4 to 5 cu ft) model ranked.

Electrolux ELFW7337 series4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $100
Electrolux ELTE7300*** - family4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $100
Electrolux ELTG7300*** - family4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $100
Frigidaire FWFX22D4EW4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $100

Specs

BrandLG
ModelWM3505C*
TypeFront Load
Energy use100 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type159 kWh / year
Water use3,841 gallons / year
Width27 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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