Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $2.26 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
7.4¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.26
15 kWh
Per year
$27.16
175 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.58 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.4¢ | $2.26 | $27.16 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.52 | $54.31 |
Arizona 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 Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 7.4¢ per day, $2.26 per month, or $27.16 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $2.26 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.