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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Florida
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$0.45/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Florida (14.99¢/kWh) · $13.67/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.45 | $13.67 | $164.14 |
| 2 h/day | $0.90 | $27.34 | $328.28 |
| 4 h/day | $1.80 | $54.68 | $656.56 |
| 8 h/day | $3.60 | $109.37 | $1,313.12 |
| 12 h/day | $5.40 | $164.05 | $1,969.69 |
| 24 h/day | $10.79 | $328.10 | $3,939.37 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14.99 | $13.67 |
| Washington | 14.63 | $13.34 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82 | $13.52 |
| North Carolina | 14.95 | $13.63 |
| Arizona | 15.05 | $13.73 |
| South Dakota | 15.15 | $13.82 |
| Kansas | 15.47 | $14.11 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in Florida?
At 3,000 W and 14.99¢/kWh: $0.45 per hour, $0.45 per day and $13.67 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Florida 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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