Cost to Run a Air Purifier in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a air purifier here costs $3.71 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 20–100 W
Per day
$0.12
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$3.71
29 kWh
Per year
$44.50
350 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.1¢ | $1.85 | $22.25 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.71 | $44.50 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.41 | $89.00 |
Idaho vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a air purifier in Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a air purifier with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.71 per month, or $44.50 per year.
Is running a air purifier in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $3.71 per month here versus $5.49 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.