Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.02 per month.
Per use
3.4¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.4¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.02
6.1 kWh
Per year
$12.26
73 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.51 | $6.13 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.02 | $12.26 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.04 | $24.53 |
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 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.02 per month, or $12.26 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.02 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.