Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.18 per month.
Per use
3.9¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.9¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.18
6.1 kWh
Per year
$14.16
73 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.59 | $7.08 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.9¢ | $1.18 | $14.16 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 7.8¢ | $2.36 | $28.32 |
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 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.18 per month, or $14.16 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.18 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.