Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $2.15 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
7.1¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.15
15 kWh
Per year
$25.75
175 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.07 | $12.88 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.1¢ | $2.15 | $25.75 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.29 | $51.51 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 7.1¢ per day, $2.15 per month, or $25.75 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $2.15 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.