Cost to Run a Electric Dryer in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 3 kWh each), a electric dryer here costs $16.42 per month.
Per use
$0.76
3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.54
5 uses/week at 3 kWh each
Per month
$16.42
65 kWh
Per year
$197
782 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.27 | $8.21 | $98.55 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.54 | $16.42 | $197 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $1.08 | $32.83 | $394 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric dryer with typical usage costs about $0.54 per day, $16.42 per month, or $197 per year.
Is running a electric dryer in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.42 per month here versus $11.92 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.