1. Device Details
1h
24h
Recommended: 8-12 hours for damp basements.
Enter your full delivered price per kWh (incl. supply + delivery, before taxes/fees if applicable).
📊 Estimated Costs
Daily Cost
$0.64
Monthly Cost
$19.20
Yearly Cost (6 Mo.)
$115.20
💡 Energy Saving Tip
If you switched from your current input to an efficient model (~420W), you could save $18.43 per year under your assumptions.
How to Lower Your Dehumidifier Electric Bill
- Target 50% Humidity: Setting your humidistat lower than 45% makes the unit work exponentially harder for little comfort gain.
- Close Windows & Doors: Prevent moist outside air from entering the space you are trying to dry.
- Clean the Filter: A clogged filter restricts airflow, forcing the fan motor to use more power.
- Use "Auto" Mode: Let the internal humidistat cycle the machine off when the target is reached, rather than running 24/7.
Assumptions & How This Calculator Works
- Estimates, not a bill: Real usage varies with humidity, temperature, defrost cycles, and humidistat settings.
- Electricity rate: Region defaults are approximate; use your delivered price per kWh from a recent bill for best accuracy.
- Power inputs: You can estimate via wattage (W) + runtime, or directly enter energy use (kWh/day or kWh/year).
- Monthly/yearly totals: Uses your selected days per month and months per year.
- Efficiency comparison: The “~420W” reference is a simple like-for-like example, not a certification claim.
Reference concepts: EnergyGuide annual kWh labeling (US), EU EPREL energy labels, and standard utility billing in kWh.
Last updated: 2026-02-24