Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $63.04 per month.
Per hour
8.6¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$2.07
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$63.04
219 kWh
Per year
$757
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.52 | $378 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $2.07 | $63.04 | $757 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $4.15 | $126 | $1,514 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a oxygen concentrator in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $2.07 per day, $63.04 per month, or $757 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $63.04 per month here versus $40.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.