Cost to Run a Electric Dryer in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 3 kWh each), a electric dryer here costs $17.72 per month.
Per use
$0.82
3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.58
5 uses/week at 3 kWh each
Per month
$17.72
65 kWh
Per year
$213
782 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.29 | $8.86 | $106 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.58 | $17.72 | $213 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $1.17 | $35.44 | $425 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 27.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric dryer with typical usage costs about $0.58 per day, $17.72 per month, or $213 per year.
Is running a electric dryer in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.72 per month here versus $12.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.