Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) in Eugene — $88/yr to Run (13.5¢/kWh)

Your fish tank / aquarium (50 gallon) in Eugene costs about $7/month at 13.5¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Eugene, OR Electricity Rate

13.5¢/kWh

Utility: Portland General Electric

+4% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.24

1.8 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$7.37

55 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$88

657 kWh/yr

Lifetime (15yr)

$1,326

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Eugene

PeriodkWhEugene CostNational AvgDifference
Daily1.8$0.24$0.23+$0.01
Weekly12.6$1.70$1.64+$0.06
Monthly54.7$7.37$7.12+$0.25
Quarterly164.2$22.11$21.35+$0.76
Annual657.0$88.43$85.41+$3.02

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Daily

$0.24

Monthly

$7.37

Annual

$88

15-Year

$1,326

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

  • Eugene electricity rates are 4% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • A smart Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) with scheduling optimization can save ~$22/year at Eugene 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 Eugene
Eugene (current)13.5¢$88
Portland12.0¢$79$-10
Salem13.7¢$90+$1
Gresham10.6¢$70$-19
Hillsboro9.8¢$64$-24
Bend13.0¢$86$-3
Beaverton9.1¢$60$-29
Medford12.4¢$82$-7
Springfield11.6¢$76$-12

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

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

Eugene is a mid-sized Oregon city where residential electricity rates from Portland General Electric are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) (150W) at Eugene's rate of 13.5¢/kWh costs approximately $88 per year — $3 more than the national average of $85.

Eugene rates are 4% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $3 per year to Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) operating costs. Over the appliance's 15-year lifespan, that's $45 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.

With a cost of living index of 107, Eugene is near the national median. The Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon)'s monthly cost of $7.37 represents a typical share of the average Eugene electric bill of $118/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Fish Tank / Aquarium (50 gallon) with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 25%, saving $22/year.

Eugene's moderate climate (avg 55°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. Eugene residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Eugene.

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