Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $22.80 per month.
Per hour
7.5¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.75
10 hours/day
Per month
$22.80
152 kWh
Per year
$274
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.38 | $11.40 | $137 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.75 | $22.80 | $274 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.50 | $45.60 | $548 |
Kentucky vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.75 per day, $22.80 per month, or $274 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $22.80 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.