Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.75 per month.
Per use
5.8¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
5.8¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.75
6.1 kWh
Per year
$21.02
73 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $10.51 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 5.8¢ | $1.75 | $21.02 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $0.12 | $3.50 | $42.05 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 5.8¢ per day, $1.75 per month, or $21.02 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.75 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.