How Much Electricity Does a Coffee Maker Use?

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Coffee makers are small appliances, but their electricity use depends on wattage and brew time. Here’s how much energy they actually consume.

Coffee Maker Wattage

Most coffee makers use:

  • 550–900 watts (small drip machines)

  • 900–1,200 watts (standard drip machines)

  • 1,200–1,500 watts (espresso machines)

Electricity Cost Per Brew

Example: 1,000W coffee maker brewing for 7 minutes.

Energy used:

1,000W × 0.116 hours = 0.116 kWh

Cost (at $0.20/kWh):

0.116 × $0.20 ≈ $0.02 per brew

Monthly Cost

If you brew two cups per day:

0.02 × 2 × 30 ≈ $1.20/month

How to Reduce Coffee Maker Energy Use

  • Unplug when not in use

  • Avoid warming plates (they use extra electricity)

  • Use insulated carafes

  • Brew multiple cups at once

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