Cost to Run a Tower Fan in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a tower fan here costs $2.19 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
7.2¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.19
15 kWh
Per year
$26.28
175 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.14 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.2¢ | $2.19 | $26.28 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.38 | $52.56 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (July 2026), a tower fan with typical usage costs about 7.2¢ per day, $2.19 per month, or $26.28 per year.
Is running a tower fan in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $2.19 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.