Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $2.45 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
8.1¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.45
15 kWh
Per year
$29.43
175 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.23 | $14.72 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 8.1¢ | $2.45 | $29.43 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.90 | $58.87 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ceiling fan in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 8.1¢ per day, $2.45 per month, or $29.43 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $2.45 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.