Cost to Run a Humidifier in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $3.31 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
$0.11
10 hours/day
Per month
$3.31
12 kWh
Per year
$39.71
146 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 5.4¢ | $1.65 | $19.86 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.31 | $39.71 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.62 | $79.42 |
New Hampshire vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 27.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.31 per month, or $39.71 per year.
Is running a humidifier in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.31 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.