Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $21.58 per month.
Per hour
7.1¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.71
10 hours/day
Per month
$21.58
152 kWh
Per year
$259
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.79 | $130 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.58 | $259 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.42 | $43.17 | $518 |
Louisiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.71 per day, $21.58 per month, or $259 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $21.58 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.