Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $44.84 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 300–700 W
Per day
$1.47
10 hours/day
Per month
$44.84
152 kWh
Per year
$538
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.74 | $22.42 | $269 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.47 | $44.84 | $538 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $2.95 | $89.68 | $1,077 |
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 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $1.47 per day, $44.84 per month, or $538 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $44.84 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.