Cost to Run a Box Fan in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $5.14 per month.
Per hour
2.1¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.17
8 hours/day
Per month
$5.14
18 kWh
Per year
$61.76
219 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 8.5¢ | $2.57 | $30.88 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.14 | $61.76 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.29 | $124 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a box fan in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.14 per month, or $61.76 per year.
Is running a box fan in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.14 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.