Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.32 per month.
Per use
4.3¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
4.3¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.32
6.1 kWh
Per year
$15.84
73 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.92 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 4.3¢ | $1.32 | $15.84 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 8.7¢ | $2.64 | $31.68 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.32 per month, or $15.84 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.32 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.