Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $4.54 per month.
Per use
$0.21
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.15
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$4.54
28 kWh
Per year
$54.57
339 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 7.5¢ | $2.27 | $27.28 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.15 | $4.54 | $54.57 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.30 | $9.09 | $109 |
New Mexico 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 Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.54 per month, or $54.57 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $4.54 per month here versus $5.17 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.