Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $59.97 per month.
Per hour
8.2¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.97
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$59.97
219 kWh
Per year
$720
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $29.99 | $360 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.97 | $59.97 | $720 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $3.95 | $120 | $1,440 |
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 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.97 per day, $59.97 per month, or $720 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $59.97 per month here versus $41.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.