Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.02 per month.
Per use
3.3¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.3¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.02
6.1 kWh
Per year
$12.19
73 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.51 | $6.10 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.3¢ | $1.02 | $12.19 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.03 | $24.38 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.3¢ per day, $1.02 per month, or $12.19 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.02 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.