Cost to Run a Box Fan in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.88 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
9.5¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.88
18 kWh
Per year
$34.60
219 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.7¢ | $1.44 | $17.30 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 9.5¢ | $2.88 | $34.60 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.76 | $69.20 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 9.5¢ per day, $2.88 per month, or $34.60 per year.
Is running a box fan in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $2.88 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.