Cost to Run a Box Fan in Washington
Washington's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a box fan here costs $2.63 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 50–100 W
Per day
8.6¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.63
18 kWh
Per year
$31.54
219 kWh
By usage level in Washington
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.77 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 8.6¢ | $2.63 | $31.54 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.25 | $63.07 |
Washington 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 Washington?
At Washington's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a box fan with typical usage costs about 8.6¢ per day, $2.63 per month, or $31.54 per year.
Is running a box fan in Washington more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Washington's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $2.63 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington right now?
Washington residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.