Print this pageCost of Household Appliances, 1959 and 1975, By Work Hours Necessary to Buy Them
| APPLIANCE | Hours to work in 1959 | Hours to work in 1975 |
| Washing Machine |
127.9 |
67.6 |
| Refrigerator |
153.4 |
64.7 |
| Gas Dryer |
111.4 |
55.1 |
| Dishwasher |
116.4 |
53.6 |
| Electric Stove |
126.9 |
51.1 |
| Electric Dryer |
98.2 |
50.9 |
| Air Conditioner |
122.8 |
49.9 |
| Dehumidifier |
47 |
19.8 |
| Garbage Disposal |
36.5 |
18.7 |
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers
Expressing cost in hours worked allows one to make valid cost comparisons across time or cultures or both.