Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $19.46 per month.
Per hour
8.0¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.64
8 hours/day
Per month
$19.46
122 kWh
Per year
$234
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.73 | $117 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.46 | $234 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.28 | $38.91 | $467 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a food dehydrator in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.64 per day, $19.46 per month, or $234 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $19.46 per month here versus $22.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.