Cost to Run a Electric Dryer in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 3 kWh each), a electric dryer here costs $9.97 per month.
Per use
$0.46
3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.33
5 uses/week at 3 kWh each
Per month
$9.97
65 kWh
Per year
$120
782 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.16 | $4.98 | $59.83 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.33 | $9.97 | $120 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.66 | $19.93 | $239 |
Kansas 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 Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric dryer with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $9.97 per month, or $120 per year.
Is running a electric dryer in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $9.97 per month here versus $11.92 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.