Cost to Run a Hair Dryer in Wyoming
Wyoming's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 14th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.89 per month.
Per use
2.9¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
2.9¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.89
6.1 kWh
Per year
$10.73
73 kWh
By usage level in Wyoming
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.45 | $5.37 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.89 | $10.73 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 5.9¢ | $1.79 | $21.46 |
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 14.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 2.9¢ per day, $0.89 per month, or $10.73 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in Wyoming more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Wyoming's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $0.89 per month here versus $1.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wyoming right now?
Wyoming residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 14th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.