Whole House Fan in Beaverton — $18/yr to Run (9.1¢/kWh)

Your whole house fan in Beaverton costs about $2/month at 9.1¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Beaverton, OR Electricity Rate

9.1¢/kWh

Utility: Portland General Electric

-30% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.18

2.0 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$1.52

17 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$18

200 kWh/yr

Lifetime (20yr)

$364

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Beaverton

PeriodkWhBeaverton CostNational AvgDifference
Daily2.0$0.18$0.26$-0.08
Weekly14.0$1.28$1.82$-0.54
Monthly16.7$1.52$2.17$-0.65
Quarterly50.0$4.55$6.50$-1.95
Annual200.0$18.22$26.00$-7.78

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Daily

$0.18

Monthly

$1.52

Annual

$18

20-Year

$364

Energy Saving Tips for Whole House Fan in Beaverton

  • Beaverton has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • A smart Whole House Fan with scheduling optimization can save ~$2/year at Beaverton rates.
  • Use in the evening when outside is cooler
  • Open windows when running
  • Close attic access in winter

Whole House Fan Cost in Other Oregon Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Beaverton
Beaverton (current)9.1¢$18
Portland12.0¢$24+$6
Eugene13.5¢$27+$9
Salem13.7¢$27+$9
Gresham10.6¢$21+$3
Hillsboro9.8¢$20+$1
Bend13.0¢$26+$8
Medford12.4¢$25+$7
Springfield11.6¢$23+$5

Whole House Fan Energy Cost FAQ — Beaverton, OR

Understanding Whole House Fan Energy Costs in Beaverton, OR

In the Beaverton 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 Whole House Fan (500W) at Beaverton's rate of 9.1¢/kWh costs approximately $18 per year — $8 less than the national average of $26.

Beaverton residents enjoy electricity rates 30% below the national average, saving $8 per year on Whole House Fan costs alone. Over 20 years, that's $156 in savings — though energy efficiency is still worth pursuing to reduce both costs and carbon output.

With a cost of living index of 105.9, Beaverton is near the national median. The Whole House Fan's monthly cost of $1.52 represents a typical share of the average Beaverton electric bill of $82/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Whole House Fan with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 10%, saving $2/year.

Beaverton's moderate climate (avg 52°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Whole House Fan produces approximately 0.14 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Beaverton residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Beaverton.

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