Window Fan in Seattle — $10/yr to Run (11.6¢/kWh)

Your window 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

$0.08

0.7 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.84

7 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$10

86 kWh/yr

Lifetime (8yr)

$80

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Seattle

PeriodkWhSeattle CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.7$0.08$0.09$-0.01
Weekly5.0$0.58$0.66$-0.07
Monthly7.2$0.84$0.94$-0.10
Quarterly21.6$2.51$2.81$-0.30
Annual86.4$10.02$11.23$-1.21

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Daily

$0.08

Monthly

$0.84

Annual

$10

8-Year

$80

Energy Saving Tips for Window Fan in Seattle

  • Seattle has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • Use at night to bring in cool air
  • Set to exhaust mode when cooking
  • Use with open windows on opposite side

Window Fan Cost in Other Washington Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Seattle
Seattle (current)11.6¢$10
Spokane10.3¢$9$-1
Tacoma10.6¢$9$-1
Vancouver10.0¢$9$-1
Bellevue11.1¢$10$-0
Kent10.3¢$9$-1
Everett11.0¢$9$-1
Renton8.7¢$8$-2
Spokane Valley11.1¢$10$-0

Window Fan Energy Cost FAQ — Seattle, WA

Understanding Window 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 Window Fan (120W) at Seattle's rate of 11.6¢/kWh costs approximately $10 per year — $1 less than the national average of $11.

Rates in Seattle are close to the national average, so the Window Fan's annual cost of $10 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 8-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $80.

With a cost of living index of 104, Seattle is near the national median. The Window Fan's monthly cost of $0.84 represents a typical share of the average Seattle electric bill of $129/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.

Seattle's moderate climate (avg 49.4°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Window Fan produces approximately 0.06 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Seattle residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Seattle.

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