Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $24.78 per month.
Per hour
8.2¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.82
10 hours/day
Per month
$24.78
152 kWh
Per year
$297
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.39 | $149 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.82 | $24.78 | $297 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.63 | $49.55 | $595 |
Georgia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.82 per day, $24.78 per month, or $297 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $24.78 per month here versus $27.82 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.