Cost to Run a Humidifier in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.01 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
6.6¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.01
12 kWh
Per year
$24.09
146 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.00 | $12.04 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $2.01 | $24.09 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.01 | $48.18 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 6.6¢ per day, $2.01 per month, or $24.09 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $2.01 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.