How Much Does an Air Conditioner Cost?

The average air conditioner cost can range anywhere from $300 for a small window unit, to $5,500 for a whole-house unit. These price estimates do not include ductwork or installation costs and only the unit itself. If you’re looking for a ducted aircon, prices can cost from $10,000 to $30,000.

How Much Does Air Conditioner Installation Cost?

Many factors can influence the cost of air conditioner installation.
Depending on the cost of the unit and the type of system, costs range anywhere from $500 to $1,500 (or even more for ducted) for installation.

Air Conditioning Electricity Costs

Purchasing the air conditioner and having it installed are only a portion of the costs associated with an air conditioner. The question is, how much electricity does air conditioners use? They also add to the monthly electricity bill as well. Of course, the total cost depends on the weather and how often you decide to operate it.

On average, a reverse cycle air conditioner can run between $0.25 and $0.35 per hour. The total cost depends on the size of the room. An average 36-square metre room would cost about $0.36 to $0.70 per hour, but a 50 square metre room would cost about $0.70 to $0.95 per hour. A whole house ducted system costs about $2.45 to $3.45 per hour. The cost also depends on how cool you keep the thermostat.