Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $24.17 per month.
Per hour
8.0¢
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.80
10 hours/day
Per month
$24.17
152 kWh
Per year
$290
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.08 | $145 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.17 | $290 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.59 | $48.34 | $580 |
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 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.80 per day, $24.17 per month, or $290 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $24.17 per month here versus $27.82 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.