Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd 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 $7.68 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
$7.68
28 kWh
Per year
$92.19
339 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.13 | $3.84 | $46.09 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.25 | $7.68 | $92.19 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.51 | $15.36 | $184 |
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 27.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.68 per month, or $92.19 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 $7.68 per month here versus $5.31 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.