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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Connecticut
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$0.74/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Connecticut (24.51¢/kWh) · $22.35/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.74 | $22.35 | $268.38 |
| 2 h/day | $1.47 | $44.71 | $536.77 |
| 4 h/day | $2.94 | $89.41 | $1,073.54 |
| 8 h/day | $5.88 | $178.82 | $2,147.08 |
| 12 h/day | $8.82 | $268.24 | $3,220.61 |
| 24 h/day | $17.65 | $536.47 | $6,441.23 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 24.51 | $22.35 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77 | $19.85 |
| Michigan | 22.99 | $20.97 |
| Vermont | 23.84 | $21.74 |
| New Jersey | 24.61 | $22.44 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98 | $23.69 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64 | $25.21 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in Connecticut?
At 3,000 W and 24.51¢/kWh: $0.74 per hour, $0.74 per day and $22.35 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Connecticut 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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