Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $39.16 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 300–800 W
Per day
$1.29
8 hours/day
Per month
$39.16
122 kWh
Per year
$470
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.58 | $235 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.29 | $39.16 | $470 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.58 | $78.31 | $940 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $1.29 per day, $39.16 per month, or $470 per year.
Is running a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $39.16 per month here versus $22.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.