Cost to run a central air conditioner in West Virginia

$0.57/hour

Central Air Conditioner at 3,500 W in West Virginia (16.31¢/kWh) · $138.83/month at 8 h/day

By hours of use

Use	Per day	Per month	Per year
1 h/day	$0.57	$17.35	$208.36
2 h/day	$1.14	$34.71	$416.72
4 h/day	$2.28	$69.42	$833.44
8 h/day	$4.57	$138.83	$1,666.88
12 h/day	$6.85	$208.25	$2,500.32
24 h/day	$13.70	$416.49	$5,000.65

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 West Virginia?

At 3,500 W and 16.31¢/kWh: $0.57 per hour, $4.57 per day and $138.83 per month at 8 h/day.

How does West 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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