Cost to Run a CPAP Machine in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 24% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a cpap machine here costs $1.38 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 30–90 W
Per day
4.5¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.38
9.7 kWh
Per year
$16.59
117 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.69 | $8.29 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.38 | $16.59 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 9.1¢ | $2.76 | $33.17 |
Arkansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a cpap machine in Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a cpap machine with typical usage costs about 4.5¢ per day, $1.38 per month, or $16.59 per year.
Is running a cpap machine in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 24% below the U.S. average: $1.38 per month here versus $1.83 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.