Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $43.02 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.42
10 hours/day
Per month
$43.02
152 kWh
Per year
$516
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.51 | $258 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.42 | $43.02 | $516 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.83 | $86.03 | $1,033 |
Rhode Island vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.42 per day, $43.02 per month, or $516 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $43.02 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.