Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.81 per month.
Per use
2.7¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
2.7¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.81
6.1 kWh
Per year
$9.71
73 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.3¢ | $0.40 | $4.85 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 2.7¢ | $0.81 | $9.71 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 5.3¢ | $1.62 | $19.42 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 2.7¢ per day, $0.81 per month, or $9.71 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $0.81 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.