Cost to Run a Window Air Conditioner in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a window air conditioner here costs $34.80 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 500–1,500 W
Per day
$1.14
8 hours/day
Per month
$34.80
219 kWh
Per year
$418
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.40 | $209 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.14 | $34.80 | $418 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.29 | $69.60 | $836 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a window air conditioner with typical usage costs about $1.14 per day, $34.80 per month, or $418 per year.
Is running a window air conditioner in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $34.80 per month here versus $40.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.