Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $16.54 per month.
Per hour
6.8¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.54
8 hours/day
Per month
$16.54
122 kWh
Per year
$199
1,460 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.27 | $99.28 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.54 | $199 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.09 | $33.08 | $397 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $0.54 per day, $16.54 per month, or $199 per year.
Is running a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $16.54 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.