Cost to Run a Tower Fan in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a tower fan here costs $2.41 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
7.9¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.41
15 kWh
Per year
$28.91
175 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.20 | $14.45 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.41 | $28.91 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.82 | $57.82 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a tower fan in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a tower fan with typical usage costs about 7.9¢ per day, $2.41 per month, or $28.91 per year.
Is running a tower fan in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $2.41 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.