Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 25% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $35.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.12
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.17
10 hours/day
Per month
$35.72
152 kWh
Per year
$429
1,825 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.86 | $214 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.17 | $35.72 | $429 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.35 | $71.44 | $858 |
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 23.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.17 per day, $35.72 per month, or $429 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 25% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $35.72 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.