Cost to Run a Evaporative (Swamp) Cooler in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a evaporative (swamp) cooler here costs $12.45 per month.
Per hour
5.1¢
at 100–800 W
Per day
$0.41
8 hours/day
Per month
$12.45
97 kWh
Per year
$150
1,168 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.23 | $74.75 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.45 | $150 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.82 | $24.90 | $299 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a evaporative (swamp) cooler with typical usage costs about $0.41 per day, $12.45 per month, or $150 per year.
Is running a evaporative (swamp) cooler in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $12.45 per month here versus $17.80 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.