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Cost to run a clothes dryer in District of Columbia
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$0.78/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in District of Columbia (25.98¢/kWh) · $23.69/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.78 | $23.69 | $284.48 |
| 2 h/day | $1.56 | $47.39 | $568.96 |
| 4 h/day | $3.12 | $94.78 | $1,137.92 |
| 8 h/day | $6.24 | $189.55 | $2,275.85 |
| 12 h/day | $9.35 | $284.33 | $3,413.77 |
| 24 h/day | $18.71 | $568.65 | $6,827.54 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 25.98 | $23.69 |
| Vermont | 23.84 | $21.74 |
| Connecticut | 24.51 | $22.35 |
| New Jersey | 24.61 | $22.44 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64 | $25.21 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18 | $25.70 |
| New York | 28.65 | $26.13 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in District of Columbia?
At 3,000 W and 25.98¢/kWh: $0.78 per hour, $0.78 per day and $23.69 per month at 1 h/day.
How does District of Columbia 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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