Cost to Run a Electric Dryer in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 3 kWh each), a electric dryer here costs $14.01 per month.
Per use
$0.65
3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.46
5 uses/week at 3 kWh each
Per month
$14.01
65 kWh
Per year
$168
782 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.23 | $7.00 | $84.08 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.46 | $14.01 | $168 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.92 | $28.01 | $336 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric dryer with typical usage costs about $0.46 per day, $14.01 per month, or $168 per year.
Is running a electric dryer in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.01 per month here versus $12.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.