Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.99 per month.
Per use
3.3¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.3¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.99
6.1 kWh
Per year
$11.90
73 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.50 | $5.95 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.3¢ | $0.99 | $11.90 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.5¢ | $1.98 | $23.80 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.3¢ per day, $0.99 per month, or $11.90 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $0.99 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.