Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.97 per month.
Per use
3.2¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.2¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.97
6.1 kWh
Per year
$11.68
73 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.49 | $5.84 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.97 | $11.68 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.4¢ | $1.95 | $23.36 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.2¢ per day, $0.97 per month, or $11.68 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $0.97 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.