Cost to Run a Box Fan in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 24% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.59 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
8.5¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.59
18 kWh
Per year
$31.10
219 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.30 | $15.55 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 8.5¢ | $2.59 | $31.10 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.18 | $62.20 |
Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 8.5¢ per day, $2.59 per month, or $31.10 per year.
Is running a box fan in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 24% below the U.S. average: $2.59 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.