Cost to Run a Box Fan in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $3.98 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.13
8 hours/day
Per month
$3.98
18 kWh
Per year
$47.74
219 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 6.5¢ | $1.99 | $23.87 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.98 | $47.74 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.95 | $95.48 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $3.98 per month, or $47.74 per year.
Is running a box fan in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.98 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.