Cost to Run a Box Fan in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $4.03 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.13
8 hours/day
Per month
$4.03
18 kWh
Per year
$48.40
219 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $2.02 | $24.20 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.03 | $48.40 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.06 | $96.80 |
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 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $4.03 per month, or $48.40 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 $4.03 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.