Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $19.70 per month.
Per hour
8.1¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.65
8 hours/day
Per month
$19.70
122 kWh
Per year
$237
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.85 | $118 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.70 | $237 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.30 | $39.40 | $473 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.65 per day, $19.70 per month, or $237 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $19.70 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.