Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $21.40 per month.
Per hour
8.8¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.70
8 hours/day
Per month
$21.40
122 kWh
Per year
$257
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.70 | $128 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.40 | $257 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.41 | $42.80 | $514 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.70 per day, $21.40 per month, or $257 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $21.40 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.