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Cost to run a split-system air conditioner (cooling) in Australian Capital Territory (2026–27)

ACT reference tariff · 37.0c/kWh

$0.28 per hour at 750 W

Typical use (6 h/day, 90 days a year at 750 W) ≈ $150/year on the Evoenergy rate.

Source: ICRC retail electricity price recalibration 2026–27 (ActewAGL standing offer), effective 1 July 2026

Split-system aircon cost in ACT at 6 h/day, 90 days/year (37.0c/kWh)
Model bandPer hourPer dayPer monthPer year
Efficient (450 W)$0.17$1.00$30.33$90
Typical (750 W)$0.28$1.66$50.55$150
High (1,500 W)$0.55$3.33$101.11$299

Appliance running-cost calculator

ACT

Split-system aircon: 450–1,500 W typical range.

4–8 h/day in summer; inverter units modulate below their rated draw once the room is at temperature.

$0.28 per hour · $150/year at your settings
Per day (6 h)
$1.66
Per month
$50.55
Per year (90 days)
$149.66

Tariff: 37.0c/kWh — ICRC retail electricity price recalibration 2026–27 (ActewAGL standing offer) for the Evoenergy network, effective 1 July 2026. Wattage basis: Daikin Cora specifications (via Wholesale Aircon). Full split-system aircon costs in ACT →

The same appliance in other states

Cutting the cost

Pick a moderate temperature and leave it there; chasing a colder room just runs the compressor harder for longer. Clean the filters often, and keep the outdoor unit clear of leaves and harsh afternoon sun so it can shed heat. In milder weather, try the "dry" or fan mode instead of full cooling, and close the curtains before the room has a chance to heat up.

Frequently asked questions

What does a split-system aircon cost per hour in ACT?
$0.28 at the typical 750 W draw on ACT's reference rate of 37.0c/kWh (Evoenergy network). Efficient models run $0.17, high-draw models $0.55.
How is this calculated?
Watts ÷ 1,000 × the tariff = cost per hour, then × hours × days for the period figures. Every figure on this page uses ACT's 2026–27 reference rate — change the assumptions in the calculator above.
Is the tariff here what I actually pay?
It's the ICRC retail electricity price recalibration 2026–27 (ActewAGL standing offer) usage rate for the Evoenergy network — the government reference. Your market offer may be a little under it; your zone may differ. See ACT rates by zone.

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Sources — figures current as at 17 July 2026.

4–8 h/day in summer; inverter units modulate below their rated draw once the room is at temperature.