Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.20 per month.
Per use
3.9¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.9¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.20
6.1 kWh
Per year
$14.38
73 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.0¢ | $0.60 | $7.19 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.9¢ | $1.20 | $14.38 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 7.9¢ | $2.40 | $28.76 |
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 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.20 per month, or $14.38 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.20 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.