Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.25 per month.
Per use
4.1¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
4.1¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.25
6.1 kWh
Per year
$14.96
73 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.1¢ | $0.62 | $7.48 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $14.96 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 8.2¢ | $2.49 | $29.93 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 4.1¢ per day, $1.25 per month, or $14.96 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.25 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.