Cost to Run a Box Fan in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.57 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
8.5¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.57
18 kWh
Per year
$30.88
219 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.29 | $15.44 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 8.5¢ | $2.57 | $30.88 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.14 | $61.76 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $2.57
Midwest average $3.13
U.S. average $3.36
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a box fan in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 8.5¢ per day, $2.57 per month, or $30.88 per year.
Is running a box fan in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $2.57 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th 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 $257/mo Central Air Conditioner $120/mo Heat Pump $103/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $85.73/mo Garage Heater $64.30/mo Electric Water Heater $55.94/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $54.01/mo Space Heater $51.44/mo Baseboard Heater $51.44/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $51.44/mo Pool Pump $51.44/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $42.86/mo