Cost to Run a Electric Dryer in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 3 kWh each), a electric dryer here costs $11.86 per month.
Per use
$0.55
3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.39
5 uses/week at 3 kWh each
Per month
$11.86
65 kWh
Per year
$142
782 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.19 | $5.93 | $71.17 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.39 | $11.86 | $142 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.78 | $23.71 | $285 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric dryer in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric dryer with typical usage costs about $0.39 per day, $11.86 per month, or $142 per year.
Is running a electric dryer in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $11.86 per month here versus $11.99 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.