Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 31% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.77 per month.
Per use
2.5¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
2.5¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.77
6.1 kWh
Per year
$9.27
73 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.3¢ | $0.39 | $4.64 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.27 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 5.1¢ | $1.54 | $18.54 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 2.5¢ per day, $0.77 per month, or $9.27 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 31% below the U.S. average: $0.77 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.