Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $33.32 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 300–800 W
Per day
$1.10
8 hours/day
Per month
$33.32
122 kWh
Per year
$400
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.66 | $200 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.10 | $33.32 | $400 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.19 | $66.64 | $800 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $1.10 per day, $33.32 per month, or $400 per year.
Is running a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $33.32 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.