Cost to Run a Box Fan in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 17% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.77 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
9.1¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.77
18 kWh
Per year
$33.29
219 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.39 | $16.64 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 9.1¢ | $2.77 | $33.29 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.54 | $66.58 |
Arizona 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 Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 9.1¢ per day, $2.77 per month, or $33.29 per year.
Is running a box fan in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 17% below the U.S. average: $2.77 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.