Cost to Run a CPAP Machine in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a cpap machine here costs $1.89 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 30–90 W
Per day
6.2¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.89
9.7 kWh
Per year
$22.66
117 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.94 | $11.33 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 6.2¢ | $1.89 | $22.66 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.77 | $45.32 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a cpap machine with typical usage costs about 6.2¢ per day, $1.89 per month, or $22.66 per year.
Is running a cpap machine in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.89 per month here versus $1.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.