Cost to run a central air conditioner in Virginia

$0.62/hour

Central Air Conditioner at 3,500 W in Virginia (17.64¢/kWh) · $150.15/month at 8 h/day

By hours of use

Use	Per day	Per month	Per year
1 h/day	$0.62	$18.77	$225.35
2 h/day	$1.23	$37.54	$450.70
4 h/day	$2.47	$75.08	$901.40
8 h/day	$4.94	$150.15	$1,802.81
12 h/day	$7.41	$225.23	$2,704.21
24 h/day	$14.82	$450.46	$5,408.42

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 Virginia?

At 3,500 W and 17.64¢/kWh: $0.62 per hour, $4.94 per day and $150.15 per month at 8 h/day.

How does Virginia 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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