How Much Does It Cost to Run Bathroom Exhaust Fan?
A bath fan draws about 30 watts — running it 20 minutes after every shower costs almost nothing and prevents expensive moisture damage. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running a bathroom exhaust fan costs about $0.30/month ($3.61/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run a bathroom exhaust fan
$4/yr
- Per day
- $0.01
- Per month
- $0.30
- Energy per year
- 22 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 a bathroom exhaust fan by electricity rate
Same 30 W appliance, 2 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $0.21 | $2.52 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $0.30 | $3.61 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $0.78 | $9.39 |
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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