Cost to Run a Humidifier in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.21 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
7.3¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.21
12 kWh
Per year
$26.57
146 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.11 | $13.29 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 7.3¢ | $2.21 | $26.57 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.43 | $53.14 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Indiana $2.21
Midwest average $2.09
U.S. average $2.24
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 7.3¢ per day, $2.21 per month, or $26.57 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $2.21 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Humidifier costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Indiana
Electric Furnace $332/mo Central Air Conditioner $155/mo Heat Pump $133/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $111/mo Garage Heater $82.99/mo Electric Water Heater $72.20/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $69.71/mo Space Heater $66.39/mo Baseboard Heater $66.39/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $66.39/mo Pool Pump $66.39/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $55.33/mo