How Much Does It Cost to Run Ceiling Fan?
A ceiling fan uses about as much power as a light bulb — pennies a day, even running constantly. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running a ceiling fan costs about $2.41/month ($28.87/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run a ceiling fan
$29/yr
- Per day
- $0.08
- Per month
- $2.41
- Energy per year
- 175 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 ceiling fan by electricity rate
Same 60 W appliance, 8 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $1.68 | $20.17 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $2.41 | $28.87 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $6.26 | $75.09 |
Find your state's rate on the electricity rates by state page, or see the appliance wattage chart for more devices.
Frequently asked questions
At the US-average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh, a ceiling fan drawing 60 watts for about 8 hours a day costs roughly $0.08 per day, $2.41 per month, and $28.87 per year. Your actual cost depends on your electricity rate and how much you use it — adjust both in the calculator above.
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