Cost to Run a Humidifier in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a humidifier here costs $2.32 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 20–300 W
Per day
7.6¢
10 hours/day
Per month
$2.32
12 kWh
Per year
$27.89
146 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.16 | $13.94 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | 7.6¢ | $2.32 | $27.89 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.65 | $55.77 |
Wisconsin vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a humidifier in Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a humidifier with typical usage costs about 7.6¢ per day, $2.32 per month, or $27.89 per year.
Is running a humidifier in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.32 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.