Cost to Run a Humidifier in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $3.23 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
$0.11
10 hours/day
Per month
$3.23
12 kWh
Per year
$38.84
146 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 5.3¢ | $1.62 | $19.42 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.23 | $38.84 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.47 | $77.67 |
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 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.23 per month, or $38.84 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 $3.23 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.