Cost to Run a Box Fan in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $4.41 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.15
8 hours/day
Per month
$4.41
18 kWh
Per year
$53.00
219 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 7.3¢ | $2.21 | $26.50 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.41 | $53.00 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.83 | $106 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.41 per month, or $53.00 per year.
Is running a box fan in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.41 per month here versus $3.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.