However, in California your costs also depend on when you run the AC. If you're using it during “peak hours,” expect to pay to pay more. For many California counties, utility rates are highest on weekdays from 4-9 pm.Apr 12, 2021
How much electricity does AC use?
Central Air-Conditioners use on average 1-kilowatt hour (kWh) per ton per hour. A 4-ton air-conditioner will use approximately 4 kWh per hour. If a four-ton air-conditioner ran for 12 of the 24 hours in a day the usage would be 48 kWh per day.
Does AC use alot of electricity?
In the typical home, air conditioning uses more electricity than anything else—16% of total electricity used. In warmer regions AC can be 60-70% of your summer electric bill, according to Austin Energy. This is where the savings are folks, not in worrying that you left your cell phone charger plugged in too long.