Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $25.84 per month.
Per hour
8.5¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.85
10 hours/day
Per month
$25.84
152 kWh
Per year
$310
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $12.92 | $155 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.84 | $310 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.70 | $51.68 | $621 |
Texas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.85 per day, $25.84 per month, or $310 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $25.84 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.