Cost to Run a CPAP Machine in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a cpap machine here costs $1.70 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 30–90 W
Per day
5.6¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.70
9.7 kWh
Per year
$20.44
117 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 2.8¢ | $0.85 | $10.22 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 5.6¢ | $1.70 | $20.44 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.40 | $40.88 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a cpap machine with typical usage costs about 5.6¢ per day, $1.70 per month, or $20.44 per year.
Is running a cpap machine in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $1.70 per month here versus $1.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.