Cost to Run a Air Purifier in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a air purifier here costs $8.26 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 20–100 W
Per day
$0.27
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.26
29 kWh
Per year
$99.16
350 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.13 | $49.58 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.26 | $99.16 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.52 | $198 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a air purifier with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.26 per month, or $99.16 per year.
Is running a air purifier in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.26 per month here versus $5.49 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.