Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $6.58 per month.
Per use
$0.30
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.22
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$6.58
28 kWh
Per year
$78.97
339 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.11 | $3.29 | $39.49 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.22 | $6.58 | $78.97 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.43 | $13.15 | $158 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.58 per month, or $78.97 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $6.58 per month here versus $5.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.