Range Hood / Exhaust Fan in Seattle — $8/yr to Run (11.6¢/kWh)

Your range hood / exhaust fan in Seattle costs about $1/month at 11.6¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Seattle, WA Electricity Rate

11.6¢/kWh

Utility: Seattle City Light

-11% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.02

0.2 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.68

6 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$8

70 kWh/yr

Lifetime (15yr)

$122

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Seattle

PeriodkWhSeattle CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.2$0.02$0.03$-0.00
Weekly1.4$0.16$0.18$-0.02
Monthly5.8$0.68$0.76$-0.08
Quarterly17.5$2.03$2.27$-0.24
Annual70.0$8.12$9.10$-0.98

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Daily

$0.02

Monthly

$0.68

Annual

$8

15-Year

$122

Energy Saving Tips for Range Hood / Exhaust Fan in Seattle

  • Seattle has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • An ENERGY STAR Range Hood / Exhaust Fan in Seattle saves ~$1/year compared to standard models.
  • A smart Range Hood / Exhaust Fan with scheduling optimization can save ~$2/year at Seattle 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 Seattle saves approximately $1/year at local rates — $18 over the appliance lifetime.

Range Hood / Exhaust Fan Cost in Other Washington Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Seattle
Seattle (current)11.6¢$8
Spokane10.3¢$7$-1
Tacoma10.6¢$7$-1
Vancouver10.0¢$7$-1
Bellevue11.1¢$8$-0
Kent10.3¢$7$-1
Everett11.0¢$8$-0
Renton8.7¢$6$-2
Spokane Valley11.1¢$8$-0

Range Hood / Exhaust Fan Energy Cost FAQ — Seattle, WA

Understanding Range Hood / Exhaust Fan Energy Costs in Seattle, WA

In a major metro like Seattle, electricity demand is high and rates reflect the cost of maintaining infrastructure for 0.7 million residents. Running a low-draw appliance like the Range Hood / Exhaust Fan (200W) at Seattle's rate of 11.6¢/kWh costs approximately $8 per year — $1 less than the national average of $9.

Rates in Seattle are close to the national average, so the Range Hood / Exhaust Fan's annual cost of $8 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 15-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $122.

With a cost of living index of 104, Seattle is near the national median. The Range Hood / Exhaust Fan's monthly cost of $0.68 represents a typical share of the average Seattle electric bill of $129/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Range Hood / Exhaust Fan can cut energy use by up to 15%, saving approximately $1 per year at Seattle rates.

Seattle's moderate climate (avg 49.4°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Range Hood / Exhaust Fan produces approximately 0.05 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Seattle 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 Seattle.

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