How Much Does It Cost to Run Electric Clothes Dryer?
An electric dryer pulls about 3,000 watts of heat, but each load only runs an hour or so — so cost is driven by how many loads you do. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running an electric clothes dryer costs about $15.04/month ($180.46/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run an electric clothes dryer
$180/yr
- Per day
- $0.49
- Per month
- $15.04
- Energy per year
- 1,095 kWh
Cost = power (kW) × hours × days × your rate. Defaults are typical values — enter your appliance's actual watts (often on a label) and your real rate for a precise figure.
Cost to run an electric clothes dryer by electricity rate
Same 3,000 W appliance, 1 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $10.50 | $126.03 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $15.04 | $180.46 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $39.11 | $469.32 |
Find your state's rate on the electricity rates by state page, or see the appliance wattage chart for more devices.
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