Cost to Run a Humidifier in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.07 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
6.8¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.07
12 kWh
Per year
$24.82
146 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.03 | $12.41 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.82 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.13 | $49.64 |
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 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 6.8¢ per day, $2.07 per month, or $24.82 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $2.07 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.