Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd 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 $0.97 per month.
Per use
3.2¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.2¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.97
6.1 kWh
Per year
$11.61
73 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.48 | $5.80 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.97 | $11.61 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.4¢ | $1.93 | $23.21 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.2¢ per day, $0.97 per month, or $11.61 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $0.97 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.