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LG SIGNATURE WM9700H*A family: $20 a year to run

This washing machine uses 108 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $20 a year and $216 over a typical 11-year life. It ranks #161 of 243 front load models for running cost.

  1. Price. Check what it costs at the store (links below).
  2. Plus running cost. Add $216 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)
$20
Over 11 years
$216
Saves vs the federal minimum
$15/yr
Size
5.8 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
$20
Electricity over 11 years
$216
Add the price you pay
+ $216

108 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.

Samsung WF51CG80**A* family5.1 cu ft$17/yrsaves $30
LG WM3470C series5 cu ft$17/yrsaves $26
LG SWWE50*3 family5 cu ft$18/yrsaves $18
LG SWWE50*4 family5 cu ft$18/yrsaves $18

Specs

BrandLG SIGNATURE
ModelWM9700H*A
TypeFront Load
Energy use108 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type188 kWh / year
Water use4,418 gallons / year
Width29 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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