Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $2.06 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
6.8¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.06
15 kWh
Per year
$24.70
175 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.03 | $12.35 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.06 | $24.70 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.11 | $49.41 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $2.06
Midwest average $2.51
U.S. average $2.68
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ceiling fan in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 6.8¢ per day, $2.06 per month, or $24.70 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $2.06 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Ceiling Fan costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Iowa
Electric Furnace $257/mo Central Air Conditioner $120/mo Heat Pump $103/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $85.73/mo Garage Heater $64.30/mo Electric Water Heater $55.94/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $54.01/mo Space Heater $51.44/mo Baseboard Heater $51.44/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $51.44/mo Pool Pump $51.44/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $42.86/mo