Cost to Run a Evaporative (Swamp) Cooler in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a evaporative (swamp) cooler here costs $27.43 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 100–800 W
Per day
$0.90
8 hours/day
Per month
$27.43
97 kWh
Per year
$329
1,168 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.72 | $165 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.90 | $27.43 | $329 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.80 | $54.87 | $659 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a evaporative (swamp) cooler in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a evaporative (swamp) cooler with typical usage costs about $0.90 per day, $27.43 per month, or $329 per year.
Is running a evaporative (swamp) cooler in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $27.43 per month here versus $17.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.