Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 0% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.14 per month.
Per use
3.8¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.8¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.14
6.1 kWh
Per year
$13.72
73 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.57 | $6.86 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.8¢ | $1.14 | $13.72 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 7.5¢ | $2.29 | $27.45 |
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 18.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.8¢ per day, $1.14 per month, or $13.72 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.14 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.