Cost to Run a Humidifier in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.37 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
7.8¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.37
12 kWh
Per year
$28.47
146 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.19 | $14.24 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.37 | $28.47 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.74 | $56.94 |
Ohio vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 7.8¢ per day, $2.37 per month, or $28.47 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.37 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.