Cost to Run a Dehumidifier in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a dehumidifier here costs $29.94 per month.
Per hour
$0.10
at 300–700 W
Per day
$0.98
10 hours/day
Per month
$29.94
152 kWh
Per year
$360
1,825 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.97 | $180 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.94 | $360 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.97 | $59.89 | $719 |
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 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a dehumidifier with typical usage costs about $0.98 per day, $29.94 per month, or $360 per year.
Is running a dehumidifier in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $29.94 per month here versus $27.97 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.