Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.96 per month.
Per use
6.4¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
6.4¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.96
6.1 kWh
Per year
$23.51
73 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.98 | $11.75 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 6.4¢ | $1.96 | $23.51 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $0.13 | $3.92 | $47.01 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 6.4¢ per day, $1.96 per month, or $23.51 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.96 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.