Range Hood / Exhaust Fan in Oakland — $20/yr to Run (27.9¢/kWh)

Your range hood / exhaust fan in Oakland costs about $2/month at 27.9¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Oakland, CA Electricity Rate

27.9¢/kWh

Utility: Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)

+115% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.06

0.2 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$1.63

6 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$20

70 kWh/yr

Lifetime (15yr)

$293

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Oakland

PeriodkWhOakland CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.2$0.06$0.03+$0.03
Weekly1.4$0.39$0.18+$0.21
Monthly5.8$1.63$0.76+$0.87
Quarterly17.5$4.88$2.27+$2.61
Annual70.0$19.53$9.10+$10.43

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Daily

$0.06

Monthly

$1.63

Annual

$20

15-Year

$293

Energy Saving Tips for Range Hood / Exhaust Fan in Oakland

  • Oakland electricity rates are 115% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • An ENERGY STAR Range Hood / Exhaust Fan in Oakland saves ~$3/year compared to standard models.
  • A smart Range Hood / Exhaust Fan with scheduling optimization can save ~$4/year at Oakland rates.
  • Use lowest effective speed setting
  • Clean grease filters monthly
  • Turn on before cooking begins

ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Range Hood / Exhaust Fan in Oakland saves approximately $3/year at local rates — $44 over the appliance lifetime.

Range Hood / Exhaust Fan Cost in Other California Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Oakland
Oakland (current)27.9¢$20
Los Angeles30.5¢$21+$2
San Diego28.8¢$20+$1
San Jose34.7¢$24+$5
San Francisco26.5¢$19$-1
Fresno29.9¢$21+$1
Sacramento24.7¢$17$-2
Long Beach33.5¢$23+$4
Bakersfield27.9¢$20$-0

Range Hood / Exhaust Fan Energy Cost FAQ — Oakland, CA

Understanding Range Hood / Exhaust Fan Energy Costs in Oakland, CA

Oakland is a mid-sized California city where residential electricity rates from Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Range Hood / Exhaust Fan (200W) at Oakland's rate of 27.9¢/kWh costs approximately $20 per year — $10 more than the national average of $9.

Electricity in Oakland is significantly more expensive than the national average — 115% higher. For a Range Hood / Exhaust Fan used 1 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $10 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.

Oakland has a high cost of living (index: 142), which means electricity is just one of many above-average expenses. Reducing appliance energy costs — even by small amounts — contributes to meaningful household savings in this market. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Range Hood / Exhaust Fan can cut energy use by up to 15%, saving approximately $3 per year at Oakland rates.

In Oakland's warm climate (avg 75.8°F), HVAC-related appliances tend to run more frequently, compounding energy costs. A Range Hood / Exhaust Fan produces approximately 0.05 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Oakland residents can reduce this footprint by choosing an ENERGY STAR certified unit, optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Oakland.

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