Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $24.02 per month.
Per hour
7.9¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.79
10 hours/day
Per month
$24.02
152 kWh
Per year
$288
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.01 | $144 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.79 | $24.02 | $288 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.58 | $48.03 | $577 |
Kansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.79 per day, $24.02 per month, or $288 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $24.02 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.