Cost to Run a Box Fan in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $3.54 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.12
8 hours/day
Per month
$3.54
18 kWh
Per year
$42.49
219 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.77 | $21.24 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.54 | $42.49 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.08 | $84.97 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.54 per month, or $42.49 per year.
Is running a box fan in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.54 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.