Cost to Run a Humidifier in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.18 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
7.2¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.18
12 kWh
Per year
$26.13
146 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.07 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 7.2¢ | $2.18 | $26.13 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.35 | $52.27 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 7.2¢ per day, $2.18 per month, or $26.13 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $2.18 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.