Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $29.64 per month.
Per hour
$0.10
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.98
10 hours/day
Per month
$29.64
152 kWh
Per year
$356
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.82 | $178 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.64 | $356 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.95 | $59.28 | $712 |
Ohio vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.98 per day, $29.64 per month, or $356 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $29.64 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.