Cost to Run a Box Fan in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 31% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.32 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
7.6¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.32
18 kWh
Per year
$27.81
219 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.16 | $13.91 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.6¢ | $2.32 | $27.81 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.63 | $55.63 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 7.6¢ per day, $2.32 per month, or $27.81 per year.
Is running a box fan in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 31% below the U.S. average: $2.32 per month here versus $3.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.