Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 48% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $33.20 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$1.09
8 hours/day
Per month
$33.20
122 kWh
Per year
$399
1,460 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.60 | $199 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.09 | $33.20 | $399 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.18 | $66.39 | $797 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 27.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $1.09 per day, $33.20 per month, or $399 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 48% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $33.20 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.