Cost to Run a CPAP Machine in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 25th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a cpap machine here costs $1.60 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 30–90 W
Per day
5.2¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.60
9.7 kWh
Per year
$19.16
117 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 2.6¢ | $0.80 | $9.58 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 5.2¢ | $1.60 | $19.16 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.19 | $38.31 |
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 16.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a cpap machine with typical usage costs about 5.2¢ per day, $1.60 per month, or $19.16 per year.
Is running a cpap machine in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.60 per month here versus $1.83 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 25th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.