How much does it cost to run a Peloton bike?
A Peloton bike costs about 1.8¢ per hour, 2.0¢ a day, $0.62 a month and $7 a year at typical use (45 minutes a day, 4 days a week) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. A Peloton's resistance is magnetic; most of its power use is the touchscreen and computer, roughly 60-120 W while riding.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peloton Bike | 80 | 1.4¢ | 1.9¢ | $0.57 | $7 |
| Peloton Bike+ | 100 | 1.8¢ | 2.0¢ | $0.62 | $7 |
At 45 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 | 0.13 | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8 |
| 2 hours | 0.18 | 3.3¢ | $1.00 | $12 |
| 4 hours | 0.29 | 5.3¢ | $1.61 | $19 |
| 8 hours | 0.52 | 9.3¢ | $2.82 | $34 |
| 12 hours | 0.74 | 13¢ | $4.04 | $48 |
| 24 hours | 1.40 | 25¢ | $7.68 | $92 |
Cost to run a Peloton bike in every state
The same Peloton bike costs $5 a year in North Dakota and $18 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¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.43 | $5 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.44 | $5 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.44 | $5 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.45 | $5 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.46 | $6 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.46 | $6 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.46 | $6 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.47 | $6 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.47 | $6 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.48 | $6 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.48 | $6 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.48 | $6 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.48 | $6 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.49 | $6 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.49 | $6 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.49 | $6 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.51 | $6 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.51 | $6 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.52 | $6 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.52 | $6 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.53 | $6 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.53 | $6 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.53 | $6 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.54 | $6 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | 1.6¢ | $0.54 | $6 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | 1.6¢ | $0.54 | $6 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | 1.6¢ | $0.55 | $7 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | 1.6¢ | $0.56 | $7 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | 1.6¢ | $0.57 | $7 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | 1.6¢ | $0.57 | $7 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | 1.7¢ | $0.57 | $7 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | 1.7¢ | $0.59 | $7 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | 1.8¢ | $0.61 | $7 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | 1.8¢ | $0.63 | $8 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | 1.9¢ | $0.65 | $8 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | 1.9¢ | $0.65 | $8 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | 2.1¢ | $0.72 | $9 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | 2.1¢ | $0.73 | $9 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | 2.1¢ | $0.73 | $9 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | 2.4¢ | $0.82 | $10 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | 2.4¢ | $0.82 | $10 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | 2.4¢ | $0.84 | $10 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | 2.7¢ | $0.92 | $11 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | 2.7¢ | $0.93 | $11 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | 2.8¢ | $0.97 | $12 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | 2.8¢ | $0.98 | $12 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | 2.9¢ | $1.01 | $12 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | 2.9¢ | $1.01 | $12 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | 3.0¢ | $1.05 | $13 |
| California | 32.99¢ | 3.3¢ | $1.14 | $14 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | 4.4¢ | $1.50 | $18 |
How to cut the cost
- Turn the screen off fully (hold power button) rather than letting it sleep.
- Lower screen brightness and volume, or use external headphones.
- On Bike+, turn off auto-follow resistance if not used to reduce motor activity.
Cheaper ways to get the job done
Cuts screen standby between rides.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peloton bike | 100 | 45 minutes a day, 4 days a week | $0.62 | $7 |
| Exercise bike | 20 | 45 minutes a day, 4 days a week | $0.05 | $1 |
| Treadmill | 700 | 45 minutes a day, 4 days a week | $2.03 | $24 |
| Rowing machine | 10 | 30 minutes a day, 4 days a week | $0.15 | $2 |
Head-to-head comparisons
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a Peloton bike per hour?
A Peloton bike drawing 100 watts uses 0.10 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 1.8¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 1.2¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 4.4¢.
How much does it cost to run a Peloton bike per month?
At typical use (45 minutes a day, 4 days a week), a Peloton bike costs about $0.62 a month and $7 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 Peloton bike use?
Most Peloton bikes use 60 to 150 watts, depending on the setting (peloton bike 80 W, peloton bike+ 100 W). Plugged in but off, it still draws about 3 W of standby power. Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does a Peloton bike use?
About 0.11 kWh a day and 41 kWh a year at typical use (45 minutes a day, 4 days a week).
Does a Peloton bike use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 41 kWh a year it's a small share (0.4%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run a Peloton bike or an exercise bike?
At typical use, a Peloton bike costs about $7 a year versus $1 for an exercise bike. So the exercise bike is cheaper by about $7 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running a Peloton bike?
- Turn the screen off fully (hold power button) rather than letting it sleep.
- Lower screen brightness and volume, or use external headphones.
- On Bike+, turn off auto-follow resistance if not used to reduce motor activity.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.