How much does it cost to run a bladeless fan?
A bladeless fan costs about 0.7¢ per hour, 6.0¢ a day, $1.84 a month and $9 a year at typical use (8 hours a day for 5 months a year) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. Dyson and other bladeless fans use brushless DC motors; they draw about 4 W on the lowest speed and 40-56 W on maximum.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | 6 | 0.1¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.35 | $2 |
| Medium | 18 | 0.3¢ | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $4 |
| High | 40 | 0.7¢ | 6.0¢ | $1.84 | $9 |
At 8 hours a day for 5 months a year and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost by hours of use
| Hours per day | kWh/day | Per day | Per month | Per year (all year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 0.06 | 1.1¢ | $0.34 | $4 |
| 2 hours | 0.10 | 1.8¢ | $0.56 | $7 |
| 4 hours | 0.18 | 3.2¢ | $0.99 | $12 |
| 8 hours | 0.34 | 6.0¢ | $1.84 | $22 |
| 12 hours | 0.49 | 8.9¢ | $2.69 | $32 |
| 24 hours | 0.96 | 17¢ | $5.26 | $63 |
Cost to run a bladeless fan in every state
The same bladeless fan costs $6 a year in North Dakota and $22 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per hour | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.26 | $6 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.29 | $6 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.32 | $7 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.33 | $7 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.36 | $7 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.37 | $7 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.37 | $7 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.39 | $7 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | 0.5¢ | $1.40 | $7 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.42 | $7 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.42 | $7 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.43 | $7 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.43 | $7 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.44 | $7 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.45 | $7 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.45 | $7 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.51 | $8 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.51 | $8 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.54 | $8 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.55 | $8 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.57 | $8 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.57 | $8 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.57 | $8 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.58 | $8 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.59 | $8 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.60 | $8 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.63 | $8 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | 0.6¢ | $1.66 | $8 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | 0.7¢ | $1.68 | $8 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | 0.7¢ | $1.69 | $8 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | 0.7¢ | $1.70 | $8 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | 0.7¢ | $1.73 | $9 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | 0.7¢ | $1.82 | $9 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | 0.7¢ | $1.87 | $9 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | 0.7¢ | $1.92 | $10 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | 0.8¢ | $1.92 | $10 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | 0.8¢ | $2.12 | $11 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | 0.8¢ | $2.15 | $11 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | 0.8¢ | $2.15 | $11 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | 1.0¢ | $2.43 | $12 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | 1.0¢ | $2.43 | $12 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | 1.0¢ | $2.47 | $12 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | 1.1¢ | $2.73 | $14 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | 1.1¢ | $2.75 | $14 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | 1.1¢ | $2.86 | $14 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | 1.1¢ | $2.90 | $15 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | 1.2¢ | $2.99 | $15 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | 1.2¢ | $3.00 | $15 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | 1.2¢ | $3.11 | $16 |
| California | 32.99¢ | 1.3¢ | $3.37 | $17 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | 1.7¢ | $4.45 | $22 |
How to cut the cost
- Use speeds 3-5 for personal cooling; power rises steeply at speeds 8-10.
- Enable night mode so the display dims and airflow stays on low.
- Set the sleep timer for 1-4 hours.
- Use Auto mode on purifier models so the fan only speeds up when air quality worsens.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bladeless fan | 40 | 8 hours a day for 5 months a year | $1.84 | $9 |
| Dyson Hot+Cool | 1,500 | 5 hours a day for 5 months a year | $24.74 | $124 |
| Tower fan | 50 | 8 hours a day for 5 months a year | $2.28 | $11 |
| Air purifier | 40 | 24 hours a day | $5.26 | $63 |
| Pedestal fan | 50 | 8 hours a day for 5 months a year | $2.19 | $11 |
| Ceiling fan | 40 | 8 hours a day | $1.84 | $22 |
| Humidifier | 30 | 10 hours a day for 5 months a year | $1.72 | $9 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a bladeless fan per hour?
A bladeless fan drawing 40 watts uses 0.04 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 0.7¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 0.5¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 1.7¢.
How much does it cost to run a bladeless fan per month?
At typical use (8 hours a day for 5 months a year), a bladeless fan costs about $1.84 a month while in use and $9 a year over the 5 months it's typically used, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does a bladeless fan use?
Most bladeless fans use 4 to 60 watts, depending on the setting (low 6 W, medium 18 W, high 40 W). Plugged in but off, it still draws about 1 W of standby power. Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does a bladeless fan use?
About 0.34 kWh a day and 51 kWh a year at typical use (8 hours a day for 5 months a year).
Does a bladeless fan use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 51 kWh a year it's a small share (0.5%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run a bladeless fan or a Dyson Hot+Cool?
At typical use, a bladeless fan costs about $9 a year versus $124 for a Dyson Hot+Cool. So the bladeless fan is cheaper by about $115 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running a bladeless fan?
- Use speeds 3-5 for personal cooling; power rises steeply at speeds 8-10.
- Enable night mode so the display dims and airflow stays on low.
- Set the sleep timer for 1-4 hours.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.