Cost to Run a Furnace Blower Fan (Gas Furnace) in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 34% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) here costs $15.08 per month.
Per hour
6.2¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.50
8 hours/day
Per month
$15.08
122 kWh
Per year
$181
1,460 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.54 | $90.52 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.08 | $181 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $30.16 | $362 |
North Dakota 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 Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) with typical usage costs about $0.50 per day, $15.08 per month, or $181 per year.
Is running a furnace blower fan (gas furnace) in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 34% below the U.S. average: $15.08 per month here versus $22.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.