Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $6.10 per month.
Per use
$0.28
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.20
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$6.10
28 kWh
Per year
$73.21
339 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.10 | $3.05 | $36.60 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.20 | $6.10 | $73.21 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.40 | $12.19 | $146 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.10 per month, or $73.21 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $6.10 per month here versus $5.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.