Cost to Run a Box Fan in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.92 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.10
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.92
18 kWh
Per year
$35.04
219 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.8¢ | $1.46 | $17.52 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.92 | $35.04 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.84 | $70.08 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $2.92
Midwest average $3.12
U.S. average $3.34
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a box fan in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.92 per month, or $35.04 per year.
Is running a box fan in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $2.92 per month here versus $3.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd 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 $292/mo Central Air Conditioner $136/mo Heat Pump $117/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $97.28/mo Garage Heater $72.96/mo Electric Water Heater $63.48/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $61.29/mo Space Heater $58.37/mo Baseboard Heater $58.37/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $58.37/mo Pool Pump $58.37/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $48.64/mo