How Many Watts Does a Ceiling Fan Use?

Answer
60 W typical (15–90 W)

A ceiling fan uses about 60 watts while running. At a typical 8 hours a day that is 14.4 kWh per month, or about $2.45 at $0.17/kWh. DC-motor fans use as little as 15–30 W.

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    Ceiling Fan power use at a glance

    Value
    Typical running watts60 W
    Range15–90 W
    Current at 120 V0.5 A
    Typical use8 h per day
    Energy per day0.48 kWh
    Energy per month14.4 kWh
    Cost per month ($0.17/kWh)$2.45
    Cost per year$30

    Check the label on your appliance for its exact rating. The calculator above uses your own watts, hours and electricity rate.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I run a ceiling fan on a generator?

    Yes. Choose a generator whose running watts exceed 60 W.

    How many amps does a ceiling fan draw?

    About 0.5 A at 120 V.

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