Electric Dryer Rebates in Ohio (2026)

The federal HOMES and HEAR rebates have not launched in Ohio, so no federal electric dryer rebate can be claimed there today. This page sets out what the programmes will pay once they open, alongside the state and utility rebates that are available now.

Status not confirmed. We could not confirm the current status of Ohio's HOMES and HEAR programs from an official government source, so the amounts below should be read as the federal framework rather than as a confirmed Ohio offer. The Ohio Department of Development's site does not mention the Home Energy Rebates anywhere, so neither a launch nor a refusal could be established. Check with the administering agency before starting a project. Source: Ohio Department of Development.

Programme status and income limits on this page were last checked against official state and federal sources on . These programmes change without notice.

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HEAR Electric Dryer Rebate in Ohio

Status: Status not confirmed

We could not confirm from an official source whether HEAR is open in Ohio. Check with the administering agency before relying on the figures below.

HOMES Rebate for Electric Dryer in Ohio

Status: Status not confirmed

Ohio's HOMES programme is not available today. When it launches, a electric dryer installed as part of a whole-home retrofit could qualify for rebates up to $8,000.

Electric Dryer in Ohio: What’s Available in 2026

Electric clothes dryers, including heat pump dryers, qualify for up to $840 in HEAR rebates. Heat pump dryers are significantly more energy-efficient than conventional models and are becoming increasingly popular as part of home electrification upgrades.

Ohio State Programs for Electric Dryer

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

Free weatherization for income-qualified Ohio households at or below 200% of federal poverty level. Administered through the Ohio Development Services Agency and local Community Action Agencies. Covers insulation, air sealing, furnace tune-ups, and window weatherstripping.

LIHEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program / HEAP)

Ohio's HEAP program helps income-qualified residents pay heating bills and covers emergency furnace repair and replacement. Ohio's HEAP program is one of the most generous in the Midwest.

Utility Electric Dryer Rebates in Ohio

These utility companies in Ohio may offer additional rebates for electric dryer installations. Utility rebates can typically be stacked with HEAR and HOMES rebates.

AEP Ohio

FirstEnergy Ohio (Ohio Edison / CEI / Toledo Edison)

AES Ohio (formerly Dayton Power & Light)

Duke Energy Ohio

Columbia Gas of Ohio / Dominion Energy Ohio

Income Eligibility for Electric Dryer Rebates in Ohio

Your eligibility for the maximum electric dryer rebate depends on your household income relative to the Area Median Income (AMI) in your area.

Area80% AMI (Family of 4)150% AMI (Family of 4)
Franklin County $89,200 $167,200
Cuyahoga County $84,000 $157,500
Hamilton County $87,900 $164,800
Montgomery County $82,400 $154,500
Summit County $77,700 $145,600
Lucas County $76,300 $143,000

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Energy Rebate Calculator is an independent website. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the U.S. Department of Energy, Ohio, or any other government agency, and nothing on this page is an offer, an application, or a promise of payment.

Federal and state rebate programmes launch, pause, change their amounts and run out of funds without notice, and eligibility rules differ by county, household size, housing type and sometimes by region within a state. Most programmes also refuse to pay for work completed before their launch date.

Confirm your eligibility and the current terms directly with the administering agency, and get written confirmation, before you sign a contract or buy equipment. Where this page cites an official source, that source governs. If you spot something out of date, tell us and we will correct it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I get for a electric dryer in Ohio?

Nothing yet. HEAR is status not confirmed in Ohio, so no federal electric dryer rebate can be claimed there today, and rebates are generally not paid for work completed before a programme launches. Once it opens, the federal framework allows up to varies for households at or below 80% of Area Median Income, and 50% of the cost up to the same cap for households between 80% and 150% AMI. Utility rebates may be available now regardless.

Is the HEAR program open in Ohio for electric dryer rebates?

The HEAR status in Ohio is: Status not confirmed. No application is possible today. Check the official programme page rather than relying on a contractor telling you otherwise.

Can I combine electric dryer rebates with other incentives in Ohio?

Not yet. Neither HEAR nor HOMES has launched in Ohio, so there is no federal rebate to stack there today. Once they open you will typically be able to combine them with each other, with state programmes like Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), and with utility rebates. Combined incentives generally cannot exceed 100% of the project cost, and the same measure cannot always be claimed twice.

What income qualifies for the maximum electric dryer rebate in Ohio?

To qualify for the maximum rebate, your household income must be at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your county in Ohio. For example, in Franklin County, 80% AMI for a family of 4 is $89,200. Households between 80% and 150% AMI receive 50% of costs up to the cap.

How much is the rebate for an electric dryer?

The HEAR program provides up to $840 for electric clothes dryers. Households at or below 80% AMI get 100% of costs covered up to the cap. Households between 80-150% AMI get 50% of costs. Heat pump dryers and standard electric dryers both qualify.

What is a heat pump dryer and should I get one?

A heat pump dryer recycles hot air instead of venting it outside, using about 50% less energy than conventional dryers. They run at lower temperatures, which is gentler on clothes. They cost more upfront ($800-$1,400 vs. $400-$800 for standard electric) but save $50-$100 per year in energy costs. The HEAR rebate can offset the price difference.

Do I need a 240V outlet for an electric dryer?

Most standard electric dryers require a 240V outlet. If you're switching from a gas dryer, you'll likely need a new 240V circuit installed. The cost of this wiring may be covered separately under the $2,500 HEAR wiring rebate, in addition to the $840 dryer rebate.