Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.47 per month.
Per use
4.8¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
4.8¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.47
6.1 kWh
Per year
$17.67
73 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.4¢ | $0.74 | $8.83 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 4.8¢ | $1.47 | $17.67 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $0.10 | $2.94 | $35.33 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a hair dryer in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 4.8¢ per day, $1.47 per month, or $17.67 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.47 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.