Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $20.43 per month.
Per hour
8.4¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.67
8 hours/day
Per month
$20.43
122 kWh
Per year
$245
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.21 | $123 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.43 | $245 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.34 | $40.86 | $491 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $0.67 per day, $20.43 per month, or $245 per year.
Is running a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $20.43 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.