Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $7.51 per month.
Per use
$0.35
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.25
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$7.51
28 kWh
Per year
$90.16
339 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.12 | $3.75 | $45.08 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.25 | $7.51 | $90.16 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.49 | $15.02 | $180 |
New Hampshire vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a heat pump dryer in New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.51 per month, or $90.16 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.51 per month here versus $5.17 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.