Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $62.16 per month.
Per hour
8.5¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$2.04
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$62.16
219 kWh
Per year
$746
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $1.02 | $31.08 | $373 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $2.04 | $62.16 | $746 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $4.09 | $124 | $1,493 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $2.04 per day, $62.16 per month, or $746 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $62.16 per month here versus $41.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.