Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $1.96 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
6.4¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.96
15 kWh
Per year
$23.48
175 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.2¢ | $0.98 | $11.74 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 6.4¢ | $1.96 | $23.48 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.91 | $46.95 |
North Dakota 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 Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 6.4¢ per day, $1.96 per month, or $23.48 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 27% below the U.S. average: $1.96 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.