What about the basic costs of a home washer and dryer? This varies a
lot based on how you use your washer and dryer.
Energy cost per washer load: $0.04 – $0.68, averaged at $0.36 (
source)
Energy cost per dryer load: $0.31 – $0.49, averaged at $0.40 (
source)
Water cost per washer load: $0.11 (40 gallons per load, using
this chart)
Cost per eight loads of laundry at home: $7.76
Cost per load at home: $0.97