Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) in Bend — $86/yr to Run (13.0¢/kWh)

Your fish tank / aquarium (50 gallon) in Bend costs about $7/month at 13.0¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Bend, OR Electricity Rate

13.0¢/kWh

Utility: Portland General Electric

+0% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.23

1.8 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$7.13

55 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$86

657 kWh/yr

Lifetime (15yr)

$1,283

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Bend

PeriodkWhBend CostNational AvgDifference
Daily1.8$0.23$0.23+$0.00
Weekly12.6$1.64$1.64+$0.00
Monthly54.7$7.13$7.12+$0.01
Quarterly164.2$21.39$21.35+$0.03
Annual657.0$85.54$85.41+$0.13

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Daily

$0.23

Monthly

$7.13

Annual

$86

15-Year

$1,283

Energy Saving Tips for Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) in Bend

  • Bend electricity rates are 0% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • A smart Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) with scheduling optimization can save ~$21/year at Bend rates.
  • Use LED aquarium lights instead of fluorescent
  • Timer for lights reduces energy 50%
  • Insulate tank to reduce heater runtime

Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) Cost in Other Oregon Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Bend
Bend (current)13.0¢$86
Portland12.0¢$79$-7
Eugene13.5¢$88+$3
Salem13.7¢$90+$4
Gresham10.6¢$70$-16
Hillsboro9.8¢$64$-21
Beaverton9.1¢$60$-26
Medford12.4¢$82$-4
Springfield11.6¢$76$-9

Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) Energy Cost FAQ — Bend, OR

Understanding Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) Energy Costs in Bend, OR

In the Bend area, Portland General Electric serves a smaller residential base, and rates can be more sensitive to seasonal demand swings than in larger metros. Running a low-draw appliance like the Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) (150W) at Bend's rate of 13.0¢/kWh costs approximately $86 per year — $0 more than the national average of $85.

Bend rates are 0% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $0 per year to Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) operating costs. Over the appliance's 15-year lifespan, that's $2 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.

With a cost of living index of 111, Bend is near the national median. The Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon)'s monthly cost of $7.13 represents a typical share of the average Bend electric bill of $122/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 25%, saving $21/year.

Bend's moderate climate (avg 54.1°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) produces approximately 0.47 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Bend residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Bend.

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