Cost to Run a Air Purifier in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a air purifier here costs $7.27 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 20–100 W
Per day
$0.24
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.27
29 kWh
Per year
$87.25
350 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.63 | $43.62 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.27 | $87.25 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.53 | $174 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a air purifier with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.27 per month, or $87.25 per year.
Is running a air purifier in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.27 per month here versus $5.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.