Cost to Run a Central Air Conditioner in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a central air conditioner here costs $142 per month.
Per hour
$0.58
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$4.68
8 hours/day
Per month
$142
851 kWh
Per year
$1,707
10,220 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.34 | $71.08 | $853 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $4.68 | $142 | $1,707 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $9.35 | $284 | $3,413 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a central air conditioner in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a central air conditioner with typical usage costs about $4.68 per day, $142 per month, or $1,707 per year.
Is running a central air conditioner in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $142 per month here versus $156 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.