Cost to Run a Humidifier in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $1.74 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
5.7¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$1.74
12 kWh
Per year
$20.88
146 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 2.9¢ | $0.87 | $10.44 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 5.7¢ | $1.74 | $20.88 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.48 | $41.76 |
Arkansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 5.7¢ per day, $1.74 per month, or $20.88 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $1.74 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.