Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.72 per month.
Per use
5.7¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
5.7¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.72
6.1 kWh
Per year
$20.66
73 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.8¢ | $0.86 | $10.33 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 5.7¢ | $1.72 | $20.66 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $0.11 | $3.44 | $41.32 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 5.7¢ per day, $1.72 per month, or $20.66 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.72 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.