Cost to Run a Box Fan in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $3.17 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
$0.10
8 hours/day
Per month
$3.17
18 kWh
Per year
$38.11
219 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 5.2¢ | $1.59 | $19.05 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.17 | $38.11 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.35 | $76.21 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $3.17 per month, or $38.11 per year.
Is running a box fan in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $3.17 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.