Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $16.90 per month.
Per hour
7.0¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.56
8 hours/day
Per month
$16.90
122 kWh
Per year
$203
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.45 | $101 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $16.90 | $203 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.11 | $33.80 | $406 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.56 per day, $16.90 per month, or $203 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $16.90 per month here versus $22.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.