Cost to Run a Tower Fan
An oscillating tower fan
Wattage
55W
Daily Usage
8h
Monthly Cost*
$2.27
Annual Cost*
$27.66
* At national average rate of 17.22¢/kWh
Cost to Run Tower Fan by State
From cheapest (Idaho: $1.47/mo) to most expensive (Hawaii: $5.70/mo).
| # | State | Rate | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Idaho | 11.15¢ | $1.47 | $17.91 |
| 2 | Washington | 11.26¢ | $1.49 | $18.08 |
| 3 | Utah | 11.41¢ | $1.51 | $18.32 |
| 4 | Wyoming | 11.72¢ | $1.55 | $18.82 |
| 5 | North Dakota | 12.43¢ | $1.64 | $19.96 |
| 6 | Louisiana | 12.52¢ | $1.65 | $20.11 |
| 7 | Oregon | 12.55¢ | $1.66 | $20.16 |
| 8 | Montana | 12.81¢ | $1.69 | $20.57 |
| 9 | Oklahoma | 12.82¢ | $1.69 | $20.59 |
| 10 | Tennessee | 12.91¢ | $1.70 | $20.73 |
| 11 | Arkansas | 13.04¢ | $1.72 | $20.94 |
| 12 | Nebraska | 13.08¢ | $1.73 | $21.01 |
| 13 | Kentucky | 13.19¢ | $1.74 | $21.18 |
| 14 | West Virginia | 13.44¢ | $1.77 | $21.58 |
| 15 | Mississippi | 13.54¢ | $1.79 | $21.75 |
| 16 | South Dakota | 13.74¢ | $1.81 | $22.07 |
| 17 | Missouri | 13.78¢ | $1.82 | $22.13 |
| 18 | North Carolina | 14.09¢ | $1.86 | $22.63 |
| 19 | Georgia | 14.27¢ | $1.88 | $22.92 |
| 20 | South Carolina | 14.43¢ | $1.90 | $23.17 |
| 21 | Virginia | 14.64¢ | $1.93 | $23.51 |
| 22 | Arizona | 14.78¢ | $1.95 | $23.74 |
| 23 | Alabama | 14.87¢ | $1.96 | $23.88 |
| 24 | Nevada | 14.92¢ | $1.97 | $23.96 |
| 25 | Delaware | 14.94¢ | $1.97 | $23.99 |
| 26 | Texas | 15.06¢ | $1.99 | $24.19 |
| 27 | Iowa | 15.14¢ | $2.00 | $24.31 |
| 28 | Ohio | 15.21¢ | $2.01 | $24.43 |
| 29 | Kansas | 15.28¢ | $2.02 | $24.54 |
| 30 | New Mexico | 15.34¢ | $2.02 | $24.64 |
| 31 | Indiana | 15.42¢ | $2.04 | $24.76 |
| 32 | Colorado | 15.56¢ | $2.05 | $24.99 |
| 33 | Minnesota | 15.63¢ | $2.06 | $25.10 |
| 34 | Florida | 16.22¢ | $2.14 | $26.05 |
| 35 | Illinois | 16.27¢ | $2.15 | $26.13 |
| 36 | Maryland | 16.57¢ | $2.19 | $26.61 |
| 37 | Wisconsin | 17.38¢ | $2.29 | $27.91 |
| 38 | Pennsylvania | 18.36¢ | $2.42 | $29.49 |
| 39 | New Jersey | 18.48¢ | $2.44 | $29.68 |
| 40 | Michigan | 19.34¢ | $2.55 | $31.06 |
| 41 | Vermont | 21.43¢ | $2.83 | $34.42 |
| 42 | Alaska | 24.21¢ | $3.20 | $38.88 |
| 43 | New York | 24.33¢ | $3.21 | $39.07 |
| 44 | New Hampshire | 25.78¢ | $3.40 | $41.40 |
| 45 | Maine | 26.37¢ | $3.48 | $42.35 |
| 46 | Rhode Island | 28.08¢ | $3.71 | $45.10 |
| 47 | Massachusetts | 28.58¢ | $3.77 | $45.90 |
| 48 | Connecticut | 29.98¢ | $3.96 | $48.15 |
| 49 | California | 31.22¢ | $4.12 | $50.14 |
| 50 | Hawaii | 43.18¢ | $5.70 | $69.35 |
Energy Saving Tips for Tower Fan
- Set your thermostat to 78F when home and higher when away to reduce cooling costs by 10-15%.
- Use ceiling fans to create a wind-chill effect, allowing you to raise the thermostat by 4F.
- Keep blinds and curtains closed during peak sun hours.
- Ensure proper insulation and seal air leaks around windows and doors.
- Schedule regular maintenance to keep your cooling system running efficiently.
- Consider upgrading to an Energy Star rated model for 15-20% energy savings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much electricity does a Tower Fan use?
A typical Tower Fan uses 55 watts and runs about 8 hours per day, consuming 0.44 kWh daily.
How much does it cost to run a Tower Fan per month?
At the national average electricity rate of 17.22¢/kWh, running a Tower Fan costs approximately $2.27 per month.
Where is it cheapest to run a Tower Fan?
Idaho has the lowest cost at $1.47/month, while Hawaii is the most expensive at $5.70/month.
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Data verified March 2026 · Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)