Box Fan in Madison — $8/yr to Run (14.9¢/kWh)
Your box fan in Madison costs about $1/month at 14.9¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Madison, WI Electricity Rate
14.9¢/kWh
Utility: Madison Gas & Electric (MGE)
+15% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.07
0.4 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.67
4 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$8
54 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$40
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Madison
| Period | kWh | Madison Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.4 | $0.07 | $0.06 | +$0.01 |
| Weekly | 3.1 | $0.47 | $0.41 | +$0.06 |
| Monthly | 4.5 | $0.67 | $0.58 | +$0.09 |
| Quarterly | 13.5 | $2.01 | $1.75 | +$0.26 |
| Annual | 54.0 | $8.06 | $7.02 | +$1.04 |
Customize Your Box Fan Cost
Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in Madison.
Daily
$0.07
Monthly
$0.67
Annual
$8
5-Year
$40
Energy Saving Tips for Box Fan in Madison
- ✓Madison electricity rates are 15% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
- ✓Position in window facing outward at night
- ✓Place behind a bowl of ice for DIY cooling
- ✓Clean blades monthly for peak airflow
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Box Fan Energy Cost FAQ — Madison, WI
Understanding Box Fan Energy Costs in Madison, WI
Madison is a mid-sized Wisconsin city where residential electricity rates from Madison Gas & Electric (MGE) are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Box Fan (75W) at Madison's rate of 14.9¢/kWh costs approximately $8 per year — $1 more than the national average of $7.
Madison rates are 15% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $1 per year to Box Fan operating costs. Over the appliance's 5-year lifespan, that's $5 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.
Madison's cost of living index of 92 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Box Fan adds $0.67/month to a typical bill of $134. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Madison's moderate climate (avg 57.4°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Box Fan produces approximately 0.04 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Madison residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Madison.
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