Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 2% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $29.18 per month.
Per hour
$0.10
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.96
10 hours/day
Per month
$29.18
152 kWh
Per year
$350
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.59 | $175 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.18 | $350 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.92 | $58.37 | $701 |
Wisconsin vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier in Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.96 per day, $29.18 per month, or $350 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 2% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $29.18 per month here versus $28.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.