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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Colorado
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$0.52/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Colorado (17.17¢/kWh) · $15.66/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.52 | $15.66 | $188.01 |
| 2 h/day | $1.03 | $31.32 | $376.02 |
| 4 h/day | $2.06 | $62.64 | $752.05 |
| 8 h/day | $4.12 | $125.27 | $1,504.09 |
| 12 h/day | $6.18 | $187.91 | $2,256.14 |
| 24 h/day | $12.36 | $375.82 | $4,512.28 |
Electric dryers use about 2,000-5,000 W; a load takes 45-60 minutes. Heat-pump dryers use far less.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in Colorado?
At 3,000 W and 17.17¢/kWh: $0.52 per hour, $0.52 per day and $15.66 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Colorado 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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