Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $35.42 per month.
Per hour
$0.12
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.17
10 hours/day
Per month
$35.42
152 kWh
Per year
$425
1,825 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.71 | $213 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.17 | $35.42 | $425 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.33 | $70.83 | $850 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.17 per day, $35.42 per month, or $425 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $35.42 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.