Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $2.03 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
6.7¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.03
15 kWh
Per year
$24.35
175 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.01 | $12.18 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 6.7¢ | $2.03 | $24.35 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.06 | $48.71 |
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 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.03 per month, or $24.35 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $2.03 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.