Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $40.43 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.33
10 hours/day
Per month
$40.43
152 kWh
Per year
$485
1,825 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.22 | $243 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.33 | $40.43 | $485 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.66 | $80.86 | $971 |
New Hampshire vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.33 per day, $40.43 per month, or $485 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $40.43 per month here versus $27.82 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.