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Cost to run a clothes dryer in Washington
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$0.44/hour
Clothes Dryer at 3,000 W in Washington (14.63¢/kWh) · $13.34/month at 1 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.44 | $13.34 | $160.20 |
| 2 h/day | $0.88 | $26.69 | $320.40 |
| 4 h/day | $1.76 | $53.37 | $640.79 |
| 8 h/day | $3.51 | $106.74 | $1,281.59 |
| 12 h/day | $5.27 | $160.11 | $1,922.38 |
| 24 h/day | $10.53 | $320.22 | $3,844.76 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 14.63 | $13.34 |
| Arkansas | 14.37 | $13.11 |
| Mississippi | 14.43 | $13.16 |
| Wyoming | 14.43 | $13.16 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82 | $13.52 |
| North Carolina | 14.95 | $13.63 |
| Florida | 14.99 | $13.67 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a clothes dryer in Washington?
At 3,000 W and 14.63¢/kWh: $0.44 per hour, $0.44 per day and $13.34 per month at 1 h/day.
How does Washington 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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