Cost to Run a Humidifier in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.83 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
9.3¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.83
12 kWh
Per year
$34.02
146 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.01 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 9.3¢ | $2.83 | $34.02 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.67 | $68.04 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 9.3¢ per day, $2.83 per month, or $34.02 per year.
Is running a humidifier in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.83 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.