Whole House Fan in New Bedford — $47/yr to Run (23.4¢/kWh)

Your whole house fan in New Bedford costs about $4/month at 23.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

New Bedford, MA Electricity Rate

23.4¢/kWh

Utility: Eversource

+80% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.47

2.0 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$3.90

17 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$47

200 kWh/yr

Lifetime (20yr)

$937

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in New Bedford

PeriodkWhNew Bedford CostNational AvgDifference
Daily2.0$0.47$0.26+$0.21
Weekly14.0$3.28$1.82+$1.46
Monthly16.7$3.91$2.17+$1.74
Quarterly50.0$11.71$6.50+$5.21
Annual200.0$46.86$26.00+$20.86

Customize Your Whole House Fan Cost

Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in New Bedford.

0.5h12h24h
25¢50¢

Daily

$0.47

Monthly

$3.90

Annual

$47

20-Year

$937

Energy Saving Tips for Whole House Fan in New Bedford

  • New Bedford electricity rates are 80% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • A smart Whole House Fan with scheduling optimization can save ~$5/year at New Bedford rates.
  • Use in the evening when outside is cooler
  • Open windows when running
  • Close attic access in winter

Whole House Fan Cost in Other Massachusetts Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs New Bedford
New Bedford (current)23.4¢$47
Boston27.8¢$56+$9
Worcester29.6¢$59+$12
Springfield29.2¢$58+$11
Cambridge26.9¢$54+$7
Lowell30.3¢$61+$14
Brockton21.0¢$42$-5
Quincy21.4¢$43$-4
Lynn21.5¢$43$-4

Whole House Fan Energy Cost FAQ — New Bedford, MA

Understanding Whole House Fan Energy Costs in New Bedford, MA

New Bedford is a mid-sized Massachusetts city where residential electricity rates from Eversource are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Whole House Fan (500W) at New Bedford's rate of 23.4¢/kWh costs approximately $47 per year — $21 more than the national average of $26.

Electricity in New Bedford is significantly more expensive than the national average — 80% higher. For a Whole House Fan used 4 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $21 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.

With a cost of living index of 102.5, New Bedford is near the national median. The Whole House Fan's monthly cost of $3.90 represents a typical share of the average New Bedford electric bill of $211/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Whole House Fan with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 10%, saving $5/year.

New Bedford's moderate climate (avg 51°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. New Bedford residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for New Bedford.

Compare All Energy Costs in New Bedford

See energy costs for 168+ household appliances at New Bedford's local electricity rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Calculators