Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $19.21 per month.
Per hour
7.9¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.63
8 hours/day
Per month
$19.21
122 kWh
Per year
$231
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.61 | $115 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.63 | $19.21 | $231 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.26 | $38.43 | $461 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.63 per day, $19.21 per month, or $231 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $19.21 per month here versus $22.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.