Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $26.51 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.87
8 hours/day
Per month
$26.51
122 kWh
Per year
$318
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.25 | $159 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.87 | $26.51 | $318 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.74 | $53.02 | $637 |
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 21.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $0.87 per day, $26.51 per month, or $318 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 $26.51 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.