Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.11 per month.
Per use
3.6¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.6¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.11
6.1 kWh
Per year
$13.29
73 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.8¢ | $0.55 | $6.64 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.6¢ | $1.11 | $13.29 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 7.3¢ | $2.21 | $26.57 |
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 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.6¢ per day, $1.11 per month, or $13.29 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.11 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.