Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.16 per month.
Per use
3.8¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.8¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.16
6.1 kWh
Per year
$13.94
73 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.58 | $6.97 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.8¢ | $1.16 | $13.94 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 7.6¢ | $2.32 | $27.89 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.8¢ per day, $1.16 per month, or $13.94 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.16 per month here versus $1.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.