Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.98 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
$0.98
6.1 kWh
Per year
$11.83
73 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.49 | $5.91 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.98 | $11.83 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.5¢ | $1.97 | $23.65 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.2¢ per day, $0.98 per month, or $11.83 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $0.98 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.