How Much Does It Cost to Keep a Fan On All Night?
Assuming an average electricity rate of $0.25 per kWh, the nightly cost is:
0.4 kWh × $0.25 = $0.10 per night
Used every night for a month, the total would be around:
$0.10 × 30 nights = $3.00 per month
That’s a modest expense—especially when compared to the cost of using air conditioning.
Fan vs. Air Conditioner: A Clear Energy Comparison
A fan, even when running all night, uses significantly less energy than an air conditioner. Here’s a simple breakdown:
Fan (8 hours): ~0.4 kWh → $0.10 per night
Air conditioner (8 hours): 2–2.5 kWh → $0.60–$0.70 per night
Over a month, that’s $3 for a fan versus $18–$21 for an AC unit—5 to 6 times more!
Tips to Save Even More Energy This Summer
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