Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Wyoming
Wyoming's average residential electricity rate is 14.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 14th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.90 per month.
Per use
3.0¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.0¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.90
6.1 kWh
Per year
$10.80
73 kWh
By usage level in Wyoming
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.45 | $5.40 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.90 | $10.80 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 5.9¢ | $1.80 | $21.61 |
Wyoming 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 Wyoming?
At Wyoming's current average residential rate of 14.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.0¢ per day, $0.90 per month, or $10.80 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Wyoming more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Wyoming's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $0.90 per month here versus $1.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wyoming right now?
Wyoming residents pay an average of 14.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 14th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.