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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Illinois
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$0.58/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Illinois (19.32¢/kWh) · $17.62/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.58 | $17.62 | $211.55 |
| 2 h/day | $1.16 | $35.24 | $423.11 |
| 4 h/day | $2.32 | $70.48 | $846.22 |
| 8 h/day | $4.64 | $140.96 | $1,692.43 |
| 12 h/day | $6.96 | $211.44 | $2,538.65 |
| 24 h/day | $13.91 | $422.88 | $5,077.30 |
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 Illinois?
At 3,000 W and 19.32¢/kWh: $0.58 per hour, $0.58 per day and $17.62 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Illinois 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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