Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 1% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.12 per month.
Per use
3.7¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.7¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.12
6.1 kWh
Per year
$13.50
73 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.8¢ | $0.56 | $6.75 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.12 | $13.50 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 7.4¢ | $2.25 | $27.01 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.12 per month, or $13.50 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.12 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.