Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.88 per month.
Per use
2.9¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
2.9¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.88
6.1 kWh
Per year
$10.58
73 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.4¢ | $0.44 | $5.29 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $10.58 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 5.8¢ | $1.76 | $21.17 |
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 14.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 2.9¢ per day, $0.88 per month, or $10.58 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $0.88 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.