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How much does an air conditioner cost to run?

Cost per hour, month and year using a dated regional electricity benchmark or your own bill rate.

Simplified model: about 7% more consumption per degree below 26 °C (IDAE guidance).

Consumption per hour
Cost per hour
Monthly cost
Yearly cost (daily use)

Installation ranges

Spain (market source, January 2026): split 1×1 with basic installation €550–€1,500; basic labour €220–€300.

United States (market source, 2026): single-zone ductless mini-split installed $2,500–$6,000; dual-zone $4,500–$8,000.

These are separate country-market ranges, not a universal conversion or quote. Request local estimates.

Sources & method

Where do the numbers come from?

Consumption = average watts × temperature factor × hours ÷ 1,000; cost = kWh × rate. EU benchmarks use Eurostat; U.S. uses EIA. Temperature guidance: IDAE. U.S. installation range: HomeGuide; it is a secondary market source.

Estimate only; not a quote or professional advice. Terms.