Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 15.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 19% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $4.29 per month.
Per use
$0.20
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.14
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$4.29
28 kWh
Per year
$51.52
339 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 7.1¢ | $2.15 | $25.76 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.14 | $4.29 | $51.52 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.28 | $8.58 | $103 |
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 15.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.29 per month, or $51.52 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 19% below the U.S. average: $4.29 per month here versus $5.31 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 15.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.