Cost to Run a Electric Dryer in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 3 kWh each), a electric dryer here costs $11.07 per month.
Per use
$0.51
3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.36
5 uses/week at 3 kWh each
Per month
$11.07
65 kWh
Per year
$133
782 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.18 | $5.54 | $66.48 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.36 | $11.07 | $133 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.73 | $22.15 | $266 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric dryer with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $11.07 per month, or $133 per year.
Is running a electric dryer in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $11.07 per month here versus $12.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.