Cost to Run a Humidifier in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $3.44 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
$0.11
10 hours/day
Per month
$3.44
12 kWh
Per year
$41.32
146 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 5.7¢ | $1.72 | $20.66 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.44 | $41.32 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $6.88 | $82.64 |
Rhode Island vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.44 per month, or $41.32 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.44 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.