Cost to Run a Humidifier in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $1.99 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
6.6¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$1.99
12 kWh
Per year
$23.94
146 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.00 | $11.97 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $1.99 | $23.94 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.99 | $47.89 |
Texas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 6.6¢ per day, $1.99 per month, or $23.94 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $1.99 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.