Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Florida
Florida's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $23.41 per month.
Per hour
7.7¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.77
10 hours/day
Per month
$23.41
152 kWh
Per year
$281
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Florida
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.70 | $141 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.77 | $23.41 | $281 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.54 | $46.82 | $562 |
Florida vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Florida?
At Florida's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.77 per day, $23.41 per month, or $281 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Florida more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Florida's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $23.41 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Florida right now?
Florida residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.