Whole House Fan in Dayton — $31/yr to Run (15.7¢/kWh)

Your whole house fan in Dayton costs about $3/month at 15.7¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Dayton, OH Electricity Rate

15.7¢/kWh

Utility: AEP Ohio

+21% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.31

2.0 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$2.62

17 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$31

200 kWh/yr

Lifetime (20yr)

$628

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Dayton

PeriodkWhDayton CostNational AvgDifference
Daily2.0$0.31$0.26+$0.05
Weekly14.0$2.20$1.82+$0.38
Monthly16.7$2.62$2.17+$0.45
Quarterly50.0$7.85$6.50+$1.35
Annual200.0$31.38$26.00+$5.38

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Daily

$0.31

Monthly

$2.62

Annual

$31

20-Year

$628

Energy Saving Tips for Whole House Fan in Dayton

  • Dayton electricity rates are 21% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • A smart Whole House Fan with scheduling optimization can save ~$3/year at Dayton rates.
  • Use in the evening when outside is cooler
  • Open windows when running
  • Close attic access in winter

Whole House Fan Cost in Other Ohio Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Dayton
Dayton (current)15.7¢$31
Columbus12.8¢$26$-6
Cleveland14.4¢$29$-3
Cincinnati15.6¢$31$-0
Toledo12.9¢$26$-6
Akron13.5¢$27$-4
Parma11.4¢$23$-9
Canton12.9¢$26$-6
Lorain12.1¢$24$-7

Whole House Fan Energy Cost FAQ — Dayton, OH

Understanding Whole House Fan Energy Costs in Dayton, OH

Dayton is a mid-sized Ohio city where residential electricity rates from AEP Ohio are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Whole House Fan (500W) at Dayton's rate of 15.7¢/kWh costs approximately $31 per year — $5 more than the national average of $26.

Electricity in Dayton is significantly more expensive than the national average — 21% higher. For a Whole House Fan used 4 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $5 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.

Dayton's cost of living index of 86 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Whole House Fan adds $2.62/month to a typical bill of $104. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Whole House Fan with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 10%, saving $3/year.

Dayton's moderate climate (avg 47.8°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. Dayton residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Dayton.

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