Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 46.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 148% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $2.83 per month.
Per use
9.3¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
9.3¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$2.83
6.1 kWh
Per year
$34.02
73 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.01 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 9.3¢ | $2.83 | $34.02 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $0.19 | $5.67 | $68.04 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 46.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 9.3¢ per day, $2.83 per month, or $34.02 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 148% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.83 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 46.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.