Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $20.37 per month.
Per hour
6.7¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.67
10 hours/day
Per month
$20.37
152 kWh
Per year
$245
1,825 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.18 | $122 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.37 | $245 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.34 | $40.74 | $489 |
North Dakota 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 Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.67 per day, $20.37 per month, or $245 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 27% below the U.S. average: $20.37 per month here versus $27.82 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.