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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Rhode Island
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$0.85/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Rhode Island (28.18¢/kWh) · $25.70/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.85 | $25.70 | $308.57 |
| 2 h/day | $1.69 | $51.40 | $617.14 |
| 4 h/day | $3.38 | $102.80 | $1,234.28 |
| 8 h/day | $6.76 | $205.60 | $2,468.57 |
| 12 h/day | $10.14 | $308.40 | $3,702.85 |
| 24 h/day | $20.29 | $616.80 | $7,405.70 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 28.18 | $25.70 |
| New Jersey | 24.61 | $22.44 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98 | $23.69 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64 | $25.21 |
| New York | 28.65 | $26.13 |
| Alaska | 29.41 | $26.82 |
| California | 29.75 | $27.13 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in Rhode Island?
At 3,000 W and 28.18¢/kWh: $0.85 per hour, $0.85 per day and $25.70 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Rhode Island 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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