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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Mississippi
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$0.43/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Mississippi (14.43¢/kWh) · $13.16/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.43 | $13.16 | $158.01 |
| 2 h/day | $0.87 | $26.32 | $316.02 |
| 4 h/day | $1.73 | $52.64 | $632.03 |
| 8 h/day | $3.46 | $105.28 | $1,264.07 |
| 12 h/day | $5.19 | $157.92 | $1,896.10 |
| 24 h/day | $10.39 | $315.84 | $3,792.20 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 14.43 | $13.16 |
| Nebraska | 13.54 | $12.35 |
| Kentucky | 13.80 | $12.59 |
| Arkansas | 14.37 | $13.11 |
| Wyoming | 14.43 | $13.16 |
| Washington | 14.63 | $13.34 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82 | $13.52 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in Mississippi?
At 3,000 W and 14.43¢/kWh: $0.43 per hour, $0.43 per day and $13.16 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Mississippi 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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