Cost to Run a Window Air Conditioner in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a window air conditioner here costs $61.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 500–1,500 W
Per day
$2.03
8 hours/day
Per month
$61.72
219 kWh
Per year
$741
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.02 | $30.86 | $371 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.03 | $61.72 | $741 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.06 | $123 | $1,482 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a window air conditioner in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a window air conditioner with typical usage costs about $2.03 per day, $61.72 per month, or $741 per year.
Is running a window air conditioner in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $61.72 per month here versus $40.27 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.