Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $26.87 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.88
8 hours/day
Per month
$26.87
122 kWh
Per year
$323
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.44 | $161 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.88 | $26.87 | $323 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.77 | $53.75 | $645 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $0.88 per day, $26.87 per month, or $323 per year.
Is running a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.87 per month here versus $22.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.