Cost to Run a Humidifier in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.03 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
6.7¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.03
12 kWh
Per year
$24.38
146 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.02 | $12.19 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 6.7¢ | $2.03 | $24.38 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.06 | $48.76 |
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 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.03 per month, or $24.38 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $2.03 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.