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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Alaska
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$0.88/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Alaska (29.41¢/kWh) · $26.82/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.88 | $26.82 | $322.04 |
| 2 h/day | $1.76 | $53.64 | $644.08 |
| 4 h/day | $3.53 | $107.29 | $1,288.16 |
| 8 h/day | $7.06 | $214.58 | $2,576.32 |
| 12 h/day | $10.59 | $321.86 | $3,864.47 |
| 24 h/day | $21.18 | $643.73 | $7,728.95 |
Electric dryers use about 2,000-5,000 W; a load takes 45-60 minutes. Heat-pump dryers use far less.
Same appliance, nearby states
| State | ¢/kWh | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 29.41 | $26.82 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64 | $25.21 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18 | $25.70 |
| New York | 28.65 | $26.13 |
| California | 29.75 | $27.13 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48 | $27.80 |
| Maine | 32.11 | $29.28 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in Alaska?
At 3,000 W and 29.41¢/kWh: $0.88 per hour, $0.88 per day and $26.82 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Alaska compare with other states?
The same use costs $11.60/month in Nevada (cheapest) and $43.03/month in Hawaii (most expensive); the US average is $16.56.
Price: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (residential, August 2026 preliminary; released October 23, 2026).
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