Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $1.94 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
6.4¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.94
15 kWh
Per year
$23.30
175 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.2¢ | $0.97 | $11.65 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 6.4¢ | $1.94 | $23.30 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.88 | $46.60 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 6.4¢ per day, $1.94 per month, or $23.30 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $1.94 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.