Cost to Run a Humidifier in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $1.98 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
6.5¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$1.98
12 kWh
Per year
$23.80
146 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $0.99 | $11.90 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 6.5¢ | $1.98 | $23.80 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.96 | $47.60 |
Georgia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 6.5¢ per day, $1.98 per month, or $23.80 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $1.98 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.