Cost to Run a Air Purifier in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 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 $5.14 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–100 W
Per day
$0.17
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$5.14
29 kWh
Per year
$61.67
350 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 8.4¢ | $2.57 | $30.84 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.14 | $61.67 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.27 | $123 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a air purifier with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.14 per month, or $61.67 per year.
Is running a air purifier in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $5.14 per month here versus $5.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.