Cost to Run a Box Fan in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $5.22 per month.
Per hour
2.1¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.17
8 hours/day
Per month
$5.22
18 kWh
Per year
$62.63
219 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 8.6¢ | $2.61 | $31.32 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.22 | $62.63 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.43 | $125 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.22 per month, or $62.63 per year.
Is running a box fan in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.22 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.