How to Calculate Electricity Consumption in a Rental Apartment
In many rental apartments, electricity consumption is calculated by meter readings. To ensure billing is transparent and fair, it's important to understand how to correctly calculate electricity usage.
In such cases, the tenant pays for electricity based on actual consumption during the rental period.
On this page, we'll explain how to perform the calculation simply and clearly.
The Formula for Calculating Electricity
The result is the electricity amount to pay for the period.
Calculation Example
Previous Meter Reading
12,450
Current Meter Reading
12,830
Consumption difference: 380 kWh
Price per kWh: 0.64 ₪
380 × 0.64 =
243 ₪
This is the amount to pay for electricity during this period.
How to Find the Price per kWh?
Electricity prices are set by the Electricity Authority and updated periodically.
You can check the current tariff on the Electric Company website.
In many cases, the landlord will update the tenant with the relevant tariff.
Important Tip for Tenants
It's recommended to photograph the meter reading at the start of the lease and at the end of each period. This ensures billing is based on actual consumption and prevents misunderstandings.
Electricity Consumption Calculator for Tenants
To make it easier for tenants and landlords, enter the meter readings and the calculator will immediately compute the electricity amount to pay.
⚡ Electricity Calculator
Enter meter readings to calculate
💡 The tariff of 0.6402 ₪ per kWh is updated according to the Electricity Authority rate (January 2025). Check the current tariff on the Electric Company website. You can change the price in the field above.
Want to See All Charges in One Place?
In many properties managed by Flamingo, tenants get access to a personal portal. The portal allows tenants to see all apartment-related information in one place.
This way you can track all apartment-related information in an organized manner.
Tips for Saving Electricity at Home
To reduce electricity consumption:
These simple steps can significantly reduce your electricity bill.
Frequently Asked Questions About Apartment Electricity
Your apartment is managed by Flamingo
Flamingo is a property management company managing hundreds of properties across Israel.
The company combines a professional management team with an advanced system for tenant management, payments, and maintenance. The goal is to create an organized and transparent living experience for both tenants and landlords.
The calculator is for estimation purposes only. The user is solely responsible for using the calculator and verifying the data. Prices and tariffs may change according to electricity tariff updates.
Important disclaimer:
The information and results shown in this calculator are for illustration purposes only and do not constitute professional, legal, financial, or tax advice.
Calculations are based on the data entered by the user and on general assumptions only, so deviations between the result and the actual situation are possible.
Full responsibility for the use of the results and for any decision based on them rests solely with the user.
Before making any decision, we recommend consulting a qualified professional.
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