Cost to Run a Box Fan in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 28% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.39 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
7.9¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.39
18 kWh
Per year
$28.69
219 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.19 | $14.34 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.39 | $28.69 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.78 | $57.38 |
Utah vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Utah $2.39
West average $3.63
U.S. average $3.34
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a box fan in Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 7.9¢ per day, $2.39 per month, or $28.69 per year.
Is running a box fan in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 28% below the U.S. average: $2.39 per month here versus $3.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd 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 $239/mo Central Air Conditioner $112/mo Heat Pump $95.58/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $79.65/mo Garage Heater $59.74/mo Electric Water Heater $51.97/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $50.18/mo Space Heater $47.79/mo Baseboard Heater $47.79/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $47.79/mo Pool Pump $47.79/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $39.82/mo