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How Much Does It Cost to Run a Hair Straightener in Canada? (2026)
Flat irons and curling irons heat quickly to a set temperature and then cycle, so they average only 30 to 150 watts in use. Their cost is negligible.
A typical hair straightener (60 W) costs C$0.008 per hour, or about C$0.063 per month at 0.25 hours a day in Canada (average). Cheap to run
| Wattage | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low (30 W) | C$0.004 | C$0.001 | C$0.032 | C$0.38 |
| Typical (60 W) | C$0.008 | C$0.002 | C$0.063 | C$0.77 |
| High (150 W) | C$0.021 | C$0.005 | C$0.16 | C$1.92 |
Formula: watts ÷ 1000 × hours × price per kWh. Typical use is 0.25 h/day ≈ 5 kWh per year.
In Canada, with electricity at C$0.14 per kWh (source: Canada Energy Regulator 2026 market snapshot, 2026-06), a typical hair straightener costs C$0.008 per hour and about C$0.77 per year at 0.25 hours a day. Each C$1.00 of electricity buys roughly 119.0 hours of use.
How to lower the cost of running a hair straightener
- Turn it off as soon as you finish. Leaving it on is the only meaningful cost, and a fire risk.
- Use the lowest temperature that works for your hair.
- Straighten dry hair. Damp hair takes longer and damages more.
Frequently asked questions
How much electricity does a hair straightener use?
Around 0.015 kWh per 15 minute session, a fraction of a cent.
Does a straightener use power when on but idle?
Yes, it cycles to hold temperature, similar to in-use draw.
Are high-wattage straighteners more expensive to run?
Not meaningfully. Session times are short.
Cost by region
- United States (average)
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- New York
- Florida
- Canada (average)
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- France
- Australia
- India