How much does it cost to run a blender?
A blender costs about 14¢ per hour, 0.4¢ a day, $0.13 a month and $2 a year at typical use (3 minutes a day, 4 days a week) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. Blenders run only a minute or two per use; a high-speed Vitamix peaks around 1,400 W, but a smoothie uses about 0.02 kWh.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal (Nutribullet) | 600 | 11¢ | 0.3¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Standard | 800 | 14¢ | 0.4¢ | $0.13 | $2 |
| High-speed (Vitamix/Blendtec) | 1,300 | 23¢ | 0.7¢ | $0.20 | $2 |
At 3 minutes a day, 4 days a week and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost by hours of use
| Hours per day | kWh/day | Per day | Per month | Per year (all year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 0.46 | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30 |
| 2 hours | 0.91 | 16¢ | $5.01 | $60 |
| 4 hours | 1.83 | 33¢ | $10.01 | $120 |
| 8 hours | 3.66 | 66¢ | $20.03 | $240 |
| 12 hours | 5.49 | 99¢ | $30.04 | $360 |
| 24 hours | 10.97 | $1.97 | $60.08 | $721 |
Cost to run a blender in every state
The same blender costs $1 a year in North Dakota and $4 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per hour | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | 9.9¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | 10¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | 10¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | 10¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | 11¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | 11¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | 11¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | 11¢ | $0.09 | $1 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | 11¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | 12¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | 12¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | 12¢ | $0.10 | $1 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | 12¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | 12¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | 12¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | 12¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | 12¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | 12¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | 13¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | 13¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | 13¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | 13¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | 13¢ | $0.11 | $1 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | 13¢ | $0.12 | $1 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | 14¢ | $0.12 | $1 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | 14¢ | $0.12 | $1 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | 15¢ | $0.13 | $2 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | 15¢ | $0.13 | $2 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | 15¢ | $0.13 | $2 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | 17¢ | $0.14 | $2 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | 17¢ | $0.15 | $2 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | 17¢ | $0.15 | $2 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | 19¢ | $0.17 | $2 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | 19¢ | $0.17 | $2 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | 19¢ | $0.17 | $2 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | 21¢ | $0.19 | $2 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | 21¢ | $0.19 | $2 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | 22¢ | $0.19 | $2 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | 23¢ | $0.20 | $2 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | 23¢ | $0.20 | $2 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | 23¢ | $0.20 | $2 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | 24¢ | $0.21 | $3 |
| California | 32.99¢ | 26¢ | $0.23 | $3 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | 35¢ | $0.30 | $4 |
How to cut the cost
- Blend in one batch rather than several short runs.
- Use the pulse function for chopping instead of running continuously.
- Don't use a high-speed blender's heating cycle (friction soup) daily; 6 minutes at full power is about 0.13 kWh.
Cheaper ways to get the job done
Uses about half the power of a full-size high-speed blender for single smoothies.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blender | 800 | 3 minutes a day, 4 days a week | $0.13 | $2 |
| Food processor | 600 | 6 minutes a day, 2 days a week | $0.09 | $1 |
| Stand mixer | 325 | 15 minutes a day, 1 days a week | $0.06 | $1 |
| Juicer | 600 | 6 minutes a day, 3 days a week | $0.14 | $2 |
| Instant hot water dispenser | 750 | 400 kWh a year | $6.00 | $72 |
| Toaster | 900 | 6 minutes a day | $0.49 | $6 |
| Hot plate | 1,000 | 45 minutes a day | $2.46 | $30 |
Head-to-head comparisons
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a blender per hour?
A blender drawing 800 watts uses 0.80 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 14¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 9.9¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 35¢.
How much does it cost to run a blender per month?
At typical use (3 minutes a day, 4 days a week), a blender costs about $0.13 a month and $2 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does a blender use?
Most blenders use 300 to 1,500 watts, depending on the setting (personal (nutribullet) 600 W, standard 800 W, high-speed (vitamix/blendtec) 1,300 W). Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does a blender use?
About 0.02 kWh a day and 8 kWh a year at typical use (3 minutes a day, 4 days a week).
Does a blender use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 8 kWh a year it's a small share (0.1%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run a blender or a food processor?
At typical use, a blender costs about $2 a year versus $1 for a food processor. So the food processor is cheaper by about $0 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running a blender?
- Blend in one batch rather than several short runs.
- Use the pulse function for chopping instead of running continuously.
- Don't use a high-speed blender's heating cycle (friction soup) daily; 6 minutes at full power is about 0.13 kWh.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.