Cost to Run a Humidifier in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $1.65 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
5.4¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$1.65
12 kWh
Per year
$19.86
146 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 2.7¢ | $0.83 | $9.93 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 5.4¢ | $1.65 | $19.86 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.31 | $39.71 |
Nebraska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 5.4¢ per day, $1.65 per month, or $19.86 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.65 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.