Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.79 per month.
Per use
5.9¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
5.9¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.79
6.1 kWh
Per year
$21.54
73 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.90 | $10.77 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 5.9¢ | $1.79 | $21.54 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $0.12 | $3.59 | $43.07 |
New York 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 New York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.79 per month, or $21.54 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.79 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.