Cost to Run a Air Purifier in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a air purifier here costs $5.11 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–100 W
Per day
$0.17
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$5.11
29 kWh
Per year
$61.32
350 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 8.4¢ | $2.55 | $30.66 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.11 | $61.32 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.21 | $123 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a air purifier with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.11 per month, or $61.32 per year.
Is running a air purifier in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $5.11 per month here versus $5.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.