Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.96 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
$0.96
6.1 kWh
Per year
$11.53
73 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.48 | $5.77 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.96 | $11.53 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.3¢ | $1.92 | $23.07 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.2¢ per day, $0.96 per month, or $11.53 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $0.96 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.