Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.85 per month.
Per use
6.1¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
6.1¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.85
6.1 kWh
Per year
$22.27
73 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.93 | $11.13 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 6.1¢ | $1.85 | $22.27 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $0.12 | $3.71 | $44.53 |
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 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 6.1¢ per day, $1.85 per month, or $22.27 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.85 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.