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Cost to run a clothes dryer in North Carolina
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$0.45/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in North Carolina (14.95¢/kWh) · $13.63/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.45 | $13.63 | $163.70 |
| 2 h/day | $0.90 | $27.27 | $327.40 |
| 4 h/day | $1.79 | $54.54 | $654.81 |
| 8 h/day | $3.59 | $109.08 | $1,309.62 |
| 12 h/day | $5.38 | $163.61 | $1,964.43 |
| 24 h/day | $10.76 | $327.23 | $3,928.86 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 14.95 | $13.63 |
| Wyoming | 14.43 | $13.16 |
| Washington | 14.63 | $13.34 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82 | $13.52 |
| Florida | 14.99 | $13.67 |
| Arizona | 15.05 | $13.73 |
| South Dakota | 15.15 | $13.82 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in North Carolina?
At 3,000 W and 14.95¢/kWh: $0.45 per hour, $0.45 per day and $13.63 per month at 1 h/day.
How does North Carolina 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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