Cost to Run a Humidifier in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $1.69 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
5.6¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$1.69
12 kWh
Per year
$20.29
146 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 2.8¢ | $0.85 | $10.15 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 5.6¢ | $1.69 | $20.29 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.38 | $40.59 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 5.6¢ per day, $1.69 per month, or $20.29 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.69 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.