Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $42.02 per month.
Per hour
5.8¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.38
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$42.02
219 kWh
Per year
$505
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.69 | $21.01 | $252 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.38 | $42.02 | $505 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.76 | $84.05 | $1,009 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.38 per day, $42.02 per month, or $505 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $42.02 per month here versus $40.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.