Cost to Run a Box Fan in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.54 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
8.3¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.54
18 kWh
Per year
$30.44
219 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.27 | $15.22 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 8.3¢ | $2.54 | $30.44 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.07 | $60.88 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $2.54
Midwest average $3.02
U.S. average $3.43
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a box fan in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 8.3¢ per day, $2.54 per month, or $30.44 per year.
Is running a box fan in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $2.54 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Box Fan costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Iowa
Electric Furnace $254/mo Central Air Conditioner $118/mo Heat Pump $101/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $84.51/mo Garage Heater $63.38/mo Electric Water Heater $55.14/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $53.24/mo Space Heater $50.71/mo Baseboard Heater $50.71/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $50.71/mo Pool Pump $50.71/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $42.26/mo