🚿 Shower Cost Calculator

Calculate what each shower costs in water and water-heating energy, and how much a low-flow shower head or shorter showers could save per year.

min
gal/min
$/1,000 gal
$/kWh

How this is calculated

Water used = minutes × flow. Heating energy assumes the water is warmed by about 45 °F with a 90%-efficient heater. Cost = water cost + energy cost.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a low-flow head save?

Switching from 2.5 to 1.5 gallons per minute cuts water and heating energy for showers by 40%.

Is a bath cheaper?

A full bath uses roughly 35–50 gallons — more than most showers under 15 minutes.

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