Cost to run a central air conditioner in Indiana

$0.60/hour

Central Air Conditioner at 3,500 W in Indiana (17.02¢/kWh) · $144.87/month at 8 h/day

By hours of use

Use	Per day	Per month	Per year
1 h/day	$0.60	$18.11	$217.43
2 h/day	$1.19	$36.22	$434.86
4 h/day	$2.38	$72.44	$869.72
8 h/day	$4.77	$144.87	$1,739.44
12 h/day	$7.15	$217.31	$2,609.17
24 h/day	$14.30	$434.62	$5,218.33

A 3-ton central AC typically draws 3,000-4,000 W while running; SEER rating and duct losses matter.

How much does it cost to run a central air conditioner in Indiana?

At 3,500 W and 17.02¢/kWh: $0.60 per hour, $4.77 per day and $144.87 per month at 8 h/day.

How does Indiana compare with other states?

The same use costs $108.27/month in Nevada (cheapest) and $401.60/month in Hawaii (most expensive); the US average is $154.58.

Price: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (residential, August 2026 preliminary; released October 23, 2026).

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