Cost to Run a Air Purifier in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a air purifier here costs $4.61 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 20–100 W
Per day
$0.15
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.61
29 kWh
Per year
$55.36
350 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 7.6¢ | $2.31 | $27.68 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.61 | $55.36 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.22 | $111 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a air purifier with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.61 per month, or $55.36 per year.
Is running a air purifier in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $4.61 per month here versus $5.49 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.