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Cost to run a clothes dryer in New York
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$0.86/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in New York (28.65¢/kWh) · $26.13/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.86 | $26.13 | $313.72 |
| 2 h/day | $1.72 | $52.26 | $627.43 |
| 4 h/day | $3.44 | $104.52 | $1,254.87 |
| 8 h/day | $6.88 | $209.03 | $2,509.74 |
| 12 h/day | $10.31 | $313.55 | $3,764.61 |
| 24 h/day | $20.63 | $627.09 | $7,529.22 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 28.65 | $26.13 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98 | $23.69 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64 | $25.21 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18 | $25.70 |
| Alaska | 29.41 | $26.82 |
| California | 29.75 | $27.13 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48 | $27.80 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in New York?
At 3,000 W and 28.65¢/kWh: $0.86 per hour, $0.86 per day and $26.13 per month at 1 h/day.
How does New York 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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