Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $32.83 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.08
10 hours/day
Per month
$32.83
152 kWh
Per year
$394
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.42 | $197 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.08 | $32.83 | $394 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.16 | $65.66 | $788 |
Pennsylvania vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.08 per day, $32.83 per month, or $394 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $32.83 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.