Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $38.09 per month.
Per hour
5.2¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.25
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$38.09
219 kWh
Per year
$457
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.63 | $19.04 | $229 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.25 | $38.09 | $457 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.51 | $76.17 | $915 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.25 per day, $38.09 per month, or $457 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $38.09 per month here versus $41.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.