Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $17.02 per month.
Per hour
7.0¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.56
8 hours/day
Per month
$17.02
122 kWh
Per year
$204
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.51 | $102 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $17.02 | $204 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.12 | $34.05 | $409 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.56 per day, $17.02 per month, or $204 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $17.02 per month here versus $22.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.