Cost to Run a Tower Fan in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a tower fan here costs $3.49 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.11
8 hours/day
Per month
$3.49
15 kWh
Per year
$41.87
175 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 5.7¢ | $1.74 | $20.94 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.49 | $41.87 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $6.97 | $83.75 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a tower fan with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.49 per month, or $41.87 per year.
Is running a tower fan in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.49 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.