Cost to Run a Central Air Conditioner in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a central air conditioner here costs $152 per month.
Per hour
$0.63
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$5.01
8 hours/day
Per month
$152
851 kWh
Per year
$1,829
10,220 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.51 | $76.18 | $915 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $5.01 | $152 | $1,829 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $10.02 | $305 | $3,659 |
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 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a central air conditioner with typical usage costs about $5.01 per day, $152 per month, or $1,829 per year.
Is running a central air conditioner in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $152 per month here versus $160 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.