Cost to Run a Box Fan in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.37 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
7.8¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.37
18 kWh
Per year
$28.47
219 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.19 | $14.24 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.37 | $28.47 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.74 | $56.94 |
Utah vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Utah $2.37
West average $3.63
U.S. average $3.36
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a box fan in Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13¢/kWh (May 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 7.8¢ per day, $2.37 per month, or $28.47 per year.
Is running a box fan in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $2.37 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Box Fan costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Utah
Electric Furnace $237/mo Central Air Conditioner $111/mo Heat Pump $94.85/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $79.04/mo Garage Heater $59.28/mo Electric Water Heater $51.57/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $49.80/mo Space Heater $47.42/mo Baseboard Heater $47.42/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $47.42/mo Pool Pump $47.42/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $39.52/mo