Cost to run a central air conditioner in Minnesota

$0.60/hour

Central Air Conditioner at 3,500 W in Minnesota (17.20¢/kWh) · $146.41/month at 8 h/day

By hours of use

Use	Per day	Per month	Per year
1 h/day	$0.60	$18.30	$219.73
2 h/day	$1.20	$36.60	$439.46
4 h/day	$2.41	$73.20	$878.92
8 h/day	$4.82	$146.41	$1,757.84
12 h/day	$7.22	$219.61	$2,636.76
24 h/day	$14.45	$439.22	$5,273.52

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 Minnesota?

At 3,500 W and 17.20¢/kWh: $0.60 per hour, $4.82 per day and $146.41 per month at 8 h/day.

How does Minnesota 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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