Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $24.62 per month.
Per hour
8.1¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.81
10 hours/day
Per month
$24.62
152 kWh
Per year
$296
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.31 | $148 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.81 | $24.62 | $296 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.62 | $49.25 | $591 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.81 per day, $24.62 per month, or $296 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $24.62 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.