1 Excludes data for Georgia. 2 Excludes data for Louisiana. Note: Rates for 2001-2009 have been revised and are based on intercensal population estimates from the 2000 and 2010 censuses. Populations for 2010 rates are based on the 2010 census. Source: CDC/NCHS National Vital Statistics System.
According to Mr. Appliance, the life span of the microwave oven is 5-10 years with an average of 8 years. The gas water heater can live 5-13 years with an average of 9 years of use.
For an appliance that got off to a rocky start, the microwave is a widely used and must-have gadget for many modern kitchens. Over 90 percent of American homes have them, according to House and Garden magazine. The appliance comes in a range of sizes and features but has a relatively short lifespan.ut it is the lifespan of the magnetron or transformer, the two devices that regulate the amount of radiation flow for cooking, that impact the longevity of a microwave.