Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $7.11 per month.
Per use
$0.33
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.23
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$7.11
28 kWh
Per year
$85.41
339 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.12 | $3.56 | $42.71 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.23 | $7.11 | $85.41 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.47 | $14.23 | $171 |
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 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $7.11 per month, or $85.41 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.11 per month here versus $5.17 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.