Cost to Run a Humidifier in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $1.76 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
5.8¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$1.76
12 kWh
Per year
$21.17
146 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $10.58 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.76 | $21.17 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.53 | $42.34 |
Mississippi vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 5.8¢ per day, $1.76 per month, or $21.17 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $1.76 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.