Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.91 per month.
Per use
3.0¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.0¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.91
6.1 kWh
Per year
$10.88
73 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.45 | $5.44 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.91 | $10.88 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.0¢ | $1.81 | $21.75 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.0¢ per day, $0.91 per month, or $10.88 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $0.91 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.