Cost to Run a Air Purifier in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a air purifier here costs $5.69 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 20–100 W
Per day
$0.19
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$5.69
29 kWh
Per year
$68.33
350 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 9.4¢ | $2.85 | $34.16 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.69 | $68.33 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.38 | $137 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a air purifier with typical usage costs about $0.19 per day, $5.69 per month, or $68.33 per year.
Is running a air purifier in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.69 per month here versus $5.49 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.