Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $42.86 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.41
10 hours/day
Per month
$42.86
152 kWh
Per year
$515
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.43 | $257 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.41 | $42.86 | $515 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.82 | $85.73 | $1,029 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.41 per day, $42.86 per month, or $515 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $42.86 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.