Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $37.09 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$1.22
8 hours/day
Per month
$37.09
122 kWh
Per year
$445
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.54 | $223 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.22 | $37.09 | $445 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.44 | $74.18 | $891 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $1.22 per day, $37.09 per month, or $445 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $37.09 per month here versus $22.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.