Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $27.21 per month.
Per hour
8.9¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.90
10 hours/day
Per month
$27.21
152 kWh
Per year
$327
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.60 | $163 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.90 | $27.21 | $327 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.79 | $54.42 | $653 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.90 per day, $27.21 per month, or $327 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $27.21 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.