Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $32.68 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.07
10 hours/day
Per month
$32.68
152 kWh
Per year
$392
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.34 | $196 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.07 | $32.68 | $392 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.15 | $65.36 | $785 |
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 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.07 per day, $32.68 per month, or $392 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $32.68 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.