Hair Dryer in Tacoma — $9/yr to Run (10.6¢/kWh)
Your hair dryer in Tacoma costs about $1/month at 10.6¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Tacoma, WA Electricity Rate
10.6¢/kWh
Utility: Tacoma Public Utilities
-18% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.03
0.3 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.72
7 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$9
81 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$43
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tacoma
| Period | kWh | Tacoma Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.3 | $0.03 | $0.04 | $-0.01 |
| Weekly | 1.9 | $0.20 | $0.25 | $-0.05 |
| Monthly | 6.8 | $0.72 | $0.88 | $-0.16 |
| Quarterly | 20.3 | $2.15 | $2.63 | $-0.49 |
| Annual | 81.0 | $8.59 | $10.53 | $-1.94 |
Customize Your Hair Dryer Cost
Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in Tacoma.
Daily
$0.03
Monthly
$0.72
Annual
$9
5-Year
$43
Energy Saving Tips for Hair Dryer in Tacoma
- ✓Tacoma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓Towel dry hair first to reduce drying time
- ✓Use medium heat setting
- ✓Unplug when not in use
Highest-Cost Appliances in Tacoma, WA
See which appliances cost the most to run at Tacoma's 10.6¢/kWh electricity rate.
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EV Charger (Level 2)
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$687/yr
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Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$572/yr
$47.70/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$522/yr
$43.53/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$522/yr
$43.53/mo
Heat Pump
HVAC · 2,400W
$407/yr
$33.92/mo
Hair Dryer Cost in Other Washington Cities
Hair Dryer Energy Cost FAQ — Tacoma, WA
Understanding Hair Dryer Energy Costs in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma is a mid-sized Washington city where residential electricity rates from Tacoma Public Utilities are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a high-draw appliance like the Hair Dryer (1,800W) at Tacoma's rate of 10.6¢/kWh costs approximately $9 per year — $2 less than the national average of $11.
Rates in Tacoma are close to the national average, so the Hair Dryer's annual cost of $9 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 5-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $43.
With a cost of living index of 108, Tacoma is near the national median. The Hair Dryer's monthly cost of $0.72 represents a typical share of the average Tacoma electric bill of $123/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Tacoma's moderate climate (avg 44.7°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Hair Dryer produces approximately 0.06 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tacoma residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tacoma.
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