Clothes Dryer in Cambridge — $491/yr to Run (26.9¢/kWh)
Your clothes dryer in Cambridge costs about $41/month at 26.9¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Cambridge, MA Electricity Rate
26.9¢/kWh
Utility: Eversource Energy
+107% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$1.35
5.0 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$40.96
152 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$491
1,825 kWh/yr
Lifetime (10yr)
$4,915
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Cambridge
| Period | kWh | Cambridge Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 5.0 | $1.35 | $0.65 | +$0.70 |
| Weekly | 35.0 | $9.43 | $4.55 | +$4.88 |
| Monthly | 152.1 | $40.96 | $19.77 | +$21.19 |
| Quarterly | 456.3 | $122.87 | $59.31 | +$63.56 |
| Annual | 1825.0 | $491.47 | $237.25 | +$254.22 |
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Daily
$1.35
Monthly
$40.96
Annual
$491
10-Year
$4,915
Energy Saving Tips for Clothes Dryer in Cambridge
- ✓Cambridge electricity rates are 107% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
- ✓An ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer in Cambridge saves ~$74/year compared to standard models.
ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer in Cambridge saves approximately $74/year at local rates — $737 over the appliance lifetime.
Highest-Cost Appliances in Cambridge, MA
See which appliances cost the most to run at Cambridge's 26.9¢/kWh electricity rate.
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Electric Furnace
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$2,424/yr
$201.97/mo
Electric Tankless Water Heater
Water Heating · 18,000W
$1,769/yr
$147.44/mo
EV Charger (Level 2)
Garage · 7,200W
$1,745/yr
$145.42/mo
Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$1,454/yr
$121.18/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$1,327/yr
$110.58/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$1,327/yr
$110.58/mo
Heat Pump
HVAC · 2,400W
$1,034/yr
$86.18/mo
Clothes Dryer Cost in Other Massachusetts Cities
| City | Rate | Annual Cost | vs Cambridge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge (current) | 26.9¢ | $491 | — |
| Boston | 27.8¢ | $507 | +$16 |
| Worcester | 29.6¢ | $540 | +$49 |
| Springfield | 29.2¢ | $532 | +$41 |
| Lowell | 30.3¢ | $553 | +$61 |
| Brockton | 21.0¢ | $384 | $-108 |
| Quincy | 21.4¢ | $391 | $-100 |
| New Bedford | 23.4¢ | $428 | $-64 |
| Lynn | 21.5¢ | $393 | $-98 |
Clothes Dryer Energy Cost FAQ — Cambridge, MA
Understanding Clothes Dryer Energy Costs in Cambridge, MA
Cambridge is a mid-sized Massachusetts city where residential electricity rates from Eversource Energy are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a high-draw appliance like the Clothes Dryer (5,000W) at Cambridge's rate of 26.9¢/kWh costs approximately $491 per year — $254 more than the national average of $237.
Electricity in Cambridge is significantly more expensive than the national average — 107% higher. For a Clothes Dryer used 1 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $254 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.
Cambridge has a high cost of living (index: 127), which means electricity is just one of many above-average expenses. Reducing appliance energy costs — even by small amounts — contributes to meaningful household savings in this market. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer can cut energy use by up to 15%, saving approximately $74 per year at Cambridge rates.
Cambridge's moderate climate (avg 49.8°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Clothes Dryer produces approximately 1.5 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Cambridge residents can reduce this footprint by choosing an ENERGY STAR certified unit, optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Cambridge.
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