Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $2.20 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
7.2¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.20
15 kWh
Per year
$26.46
175 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.10 | $13.23 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.2¢ | $2.20 | $26.46 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.41 | $52.91 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 7.2¢ per day, $2.20 per month, or $26.46 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $2.20 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.