Cost to Run a Ceiling Fan in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ceiling fan here costs $2.57 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 15–90 W
Per day
8.4¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.57
15 kWh
Per year
$30.84
175 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.28 | $15.42 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 8.4¢ | $2.57 | $30.84 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.14 | $61.67 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a ceiling fan with typical usage costs about 8.4¢ per day, $2.57 per month, or $30.84 per year.
Is running a ceiling fan in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $2.57 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.