Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 25% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $6.63 per month.
Per use
$0.31
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.22
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$6.63
28 kWh
Per year
$79.65
339 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.11 | $3.32 | $39.82 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.22 | $6.63 | $79.65 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.44 | $13.27 | $159 |
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 23.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.63 per month, or $79.65 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 25% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $6.63 per month here versus $5.31 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.