Cost to Run a Humidifier in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.89 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
$0.10
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.89
12 kWh
Per year
$34.75
146 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 4.8¢ | $1.45 | $17.37 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.89 | $34.75 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.79 | $69.50 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.89 per month, or $34.75 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.89 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.