Cost to Run a Humidifier in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $1.97 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
6.5¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$1.97
12 kWh
Per year
$23.65
146 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.2¢ | $0.98 | $11.83 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 6.5¢ | $1.97 | $23.65 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.94 | $47.30 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 6.5¢ per day, $1.97 per month, or $23.65 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: $1.97 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.