How Much Does It Cost to Run Oxygen Concentrator?
A home oxygen concentrator runs about 300 watts continuously — one of the largest 24/7 loads a household can have. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running an oxygen concentrator costs about $36.09/month ($433.09/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run an oxygen concentrator
$433/yr
- Per day
- $1.19
- Per month
- $36.09
- Energy per year
- 2,628 kWh
Cost = power (kW) × hours × days × your rate. Defaults are typical values — enter your appliance's actual watts (often on a label) and your real rate for a precise figure.
Cost to run an oxygen concentrator by electricity rate
Same 300 W appliance, 24 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $25.21 | $302.48 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $36.09 | $433.09 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $93.86 | $1,126.36 |
Find your state's rate on the electricity rates by state page, or see the appliance wattage chart for more devices.
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