Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $18.36 per month.
Per hour
7.5¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.60
8 hours/day
Per month
$18.36
122 kWh
Per year
$220
1,460 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.18 | $110 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.36 | $220 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.21 | $36.72 | $441 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $0.60 per day, $18.36 per month, or $220 per year.
Is running a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $18.36 per month here versus $22.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.