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Do I use too much electricity?

Compare your monthly kWh to similar households.

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How much electricity does a normal household use?

The average US household uses 886 kWh/month (EIA 2023), but this varies enormously. Homes in the South use 30% more (AC), while European homes average 300–500 kWh due to smaller sizes and energy efficiency standards.

Average monthly electricity usage by country

  • United States: 886 kWh/month
  • Canada: 780 kWh/month
  • Australia: 620 kWh/month
  • United Kingdom: 350 kWh/month
  • France: 400 kWh/month
  • Germany: 300 kWh/month

Biggest electricity users in your home

  • HVAC (heating/cooling): 40–50% of total
  • Water heater: 12%
  • Lighting: 9%
  • Refrigerator: 6%
  • Washer/dryer: 5%