Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.02 per month.
Per use
3.4¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.4¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.02
6.1 kWh
Per year
$12.26
73 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.51 | $6.13 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.02 | $12.26 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.04 | $24.53 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.02 per month, or $12.26 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $1.02 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.