Cost to Run a Tower Fan in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a tower fan here costs $2.33 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
7.7¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.33
15 kWh
Per year
$28.03
175 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.17 | $14.02 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.33 | $28.03 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.67 | $56.06 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $2.33
Midwest average $2.49
U.S. average $2.67
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a tower fan in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a tower fan with typical usage costs about 7.7¢ per day, $2.33 per month, or $28.03 per year.
Is running a tower fan in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $2.33 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Tower Fan costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Iowa
Electric Furnace $292/mo Central Air Conditioner $136/mo Heat Pump $117/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $97.28/mo Garage Heater $72.96/mo Electric Water Heater $63.48/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $61.29/mo Space Heater $58.37/mo Baseboard Heater $58.37/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $58.37/mo Pool Pump $58.37/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $48.64/mo