Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $32.98 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.08
10 hours/day
Per month
$32.98
152 kWh
Per year
$396
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.49 | $198 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.08 | $32.98 | $396 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.17 | $65.97 | $792 |
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 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.08 per day, $32.98 per month, or $396 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $32.98 per month here versus $27.82 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.