Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.00 per month.
Per use
3.3¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.3¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.00
6.1 kWh
Per year
$11.97
73 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.50 | $5.99 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.3¢ | $1.00 | $11.97 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.6¢ | $1.99 | $23.94 |
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 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.3¢ per day, $1.00 per month, or $11.97 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $1.00 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.