Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $37.21 per month.
Per hour
5.1¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.22
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$37.21
219 kWh
Per year
$447
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.60 | $223 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.22 | $37.21 | $447 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.45 | $74.42 | $894 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.22 per day, $37.21 per month, or $447 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $37.21 per month here versus $41.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.