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Whirlpool WTW500CM** (V22aAf50(3B)) family
5.3 cu ft · Top Load washing machine
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About the Whirlpool WTW500CM** (V22aAf50(3B)) family
The Whirlpool WTW500CM** (V22aAf50(3B)) family is a 5.3 cu ft top load washing machine certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 260 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $47 a year, or $520 over a typical 11-year life.
That is 24% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of washer (341 kWh a year), a saving of about $15 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 109 top load models it ranks #102 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $400 in electricity over 11 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the LG WT7250C series uses 110 kWh a year and would save about $300 over 11 years.
Cost to run where you live
260 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 extra large (5 cu ft and up) model ranked.
| LG WT7250C series | 5 cu ft | $20/yr | saves $300 |
| LG WT7300C series | 5 cu ft | $20/yr | saves $300 |
| LG WT8200C series | 5 cu ft | $22/yr | saves $280 |
| LG WT8205C series | 4.8 cu ft | $22/yr | saves $280 |
Specs
| Brand | Whirlpool |
| Model | WTW500CM** (V22aAf50(3B)) |
| Type | Top Load |
| Energy use | 260 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 341 kWh / year |
| Water use | 6,761 gallons / year |
| Size | 5.3 cu ft |
| Width | 27 in |
| Load type | Top Load |
| Water efficiency (IWF) | 4.3 |
| Energy efficiency (IMEF) | 2.06 |
| Height | 43.00 in |
| Depth | 27.00 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.
Questions people ask
How much does the Whirlpool WTW500CM** (V22aAf50(3B)) family cost to run?
About $47 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 260 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the Whirlpool WTW500CM** (V22aAf50(3B)) family cost in electricity over its life?
About $520 over 11 years, a typical life for a washing machine. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Whirlpool WTW500CM** (V22aAf50(3B)) family energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 24% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper washer to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The LG WT7250C series uses 110 kWh a year, about $300 less in electricity over 11 years.
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