Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $7.17 per month.
Per use
$0.33
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.24
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$7.17
28 kWh
Per year
$86.09
339 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | $0.12 | $3.59 | $43.04 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.24 | $7.17 | $86.09 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.47 | $14.34 | $172 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.17 per month, or $86.09 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.17 per month here versus $5.31 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.