Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $42.68 per month.
Per hour
5.8¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.40
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$42.68
219 kWh
Per year
$512
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.34 | $256 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.40 | $42.68 | $512 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.81 | $85.36 | $1,025 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.40 per day, $42.68 per month, or $512 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $42.68 per month here versus $41.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.