Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.83 per month.
Per use
2.7¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
2.7¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.83
6.1 kWh
Per year
$10.00
73 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.4¢ | $0.42 | $5.00 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 2.7¢ | $0.83 | $10.00 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 5.5¢ | $1.67 | $20.00 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 2.7¢ per day, $0.83 per month, or $10.00 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $0.83 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.