Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $22.95 per month.
Per hour
7.5¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.76
10 hours/day
Per month
$22.95
152 kWh
Per year
$276
1,825 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.38 | $11.48 | $138 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.76 | $22.95 | $276 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.51 | $45.90 | $551 |
North Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.76 per day, $22.95 per month, or $276 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $22.95 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.