Cost to Run a Electric Dryer in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 3 kWh each), a electric dryer here costs $16.55 per month.
Per use
$0.76
3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.54
5 uses/week at 3 kWh each
Per month
$16.55
65 kWh
Per year
$199
782 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.27 | $8.27 | $99.33 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.54 | $16.55 | $199 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $1.09 | $33.09 | $397 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric dryer with typical usage costs about $0.54 per day, $16.55 per month, or $199 per year.
Is running a electric dryer in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.55 per month here versus $12.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.