Picture this: It’s peak summer, the kind of heat that makes you question why you ever complained about winter. My trusty old 60-watt table fan was working overtime—day and night, like a loyal soldier fighting the scorching heat.
I assumed it was no big deal. “It’s just a tiny fan, how much could it possibly cost?”
Then the bill arrived.
₹800 more than usual.
My jaw dropped. How?! I didn’t even use the AC! Turns out, my innocent-looking fan was silently eating up electricity like a snack.
That’s when I decided to dig deep and find out—how much does a 60-watt fan really cost per year (PA)? And more importantly, how can you avoid my costly mistake?
Let’s break it down.
How Much Does a 60 Watts Fan Cost PA? (The Cold, Hard Math)
Alright, let’s get straight to the numbers. No fluff, just facts.
A 60-watt fan running 8 hours a day will cost you around ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 per year, depending on your electricity rate.
But if you’re like me—*leaving it on 24/7 like it’s some kind of life support*—then buckle up, because the cost doubles or even triples!
Here’s the breakdown:
- Power Consumption: 60 watts = 0.06 kW
- Daily Usage (8 hours): 0.06 kW × 8 hrs = 0.48 kWh
- Monthly Cost (at ₹6/kWh): 0.48 kWh × 30 days × ₹6 = ₹86.40
- Annual Cost (PA): ₹86.40 × 12 = ₹1,036.80
“Okay, that’s not too bad,” you might think. But what if you’re running it 12, 16, or (God forbid) 24 hours a day?
Let’s see:
| Usage (Hours/Day) | Monthly Cost (₹) | Yearly Cost (PA) |
| 8 hours | ₹86 | ₹1,037 |
| 12 hours | ₹130 | ₹1,555 |
| 16 hours | ₹173 | ₹2,074 |
| 24 hours (RIP wallet) | ₹259 | ₹3,110 |
Yep. That’s right. If you’re running it all day, every day, your little fan could be costing you as much as a Netflix Premium subscription for a whole year!
“But My Fan Can’t Be That Expensive… Right?” (Real-Life Scenarios)
I get it. You’re skeptical. “It’s just a fan! Surely it’s nothing compared to an AC!”
And you’re absolutely right—compared to an air conditioner, a fan is still dirt cheap. But here’s the catch:
Most people don’t use just one fan.
- Bedroom fan? 60W.
- Living room fan? Another 60W.
- Study room fan? Yep, another 60W.
Now, if you’re running three fans for 12 hours a day, your annual cost jumps to ₹4,665!
Still cheap compared to AC, but definitely not negligible.
How to Slash Your Fan’s Electricity Bill (Without Melting in the Heat)
After my ₹800 bill shock, I went on a mission to cut costs without suffering in the heat. Here’s what worked:
1. Get a BLDC Fan (The Game-Changer!)
- Old fan: 60W
- BLDC fan: Just 28W!
- Savings: Cuts your bill in half for the same airflow.
2. Use a Timer or Smart Plug
- No more forgetting to turn it off!
- Set it to auto-off after 2-4 hours.
3. Pair Fans with Natural Cooling Tricks
- Open windows at night for cross-ventilation.
- Use curtains/blinds during peak sunlight.
4. Regular Maintenance (Dust = Inefficiency)
- Clean fan blades every month—dust makes them work harder.
Fans vs. AC: Which One Actually Saves Money?
Let’s settle this once and for all.
| Appliance | Wattage | Cost PA (8 hrs/day) |
| 60W Fan | 60W | ₹1,037 |
| 1.5 Ton AC | 1500W | ₹25,000+ |
Verdict: Unless you’re running five fans 24/7, fans are way cheaper.
But if you’re using multiple fans all day, the gap shrinks.
Final Thoughts
Here’s the truth:
A single 60W fan is still affordable (if used wisely).
Multiple fans + long hours = Silent bill killer.
Switch to BLDC fans if possible—they’re the real MVPs.
After my bill disaster, I swapped to a 28W BLDC fan and saved ₹500/year on just one fan!
FAQs
How much does a 60 watt fan cost to run per hour?
At ₹6/kWh, 60W = ₹0.36 per hour.
How much does a fan add to an electric bill?
- One fan (8 hrs/day): ₹80–₹120/month.
- Three fans (12 hrs/day): ₹350–₹500/month.
Is 50W a lot for a fan?
No! 50W is decent. But BLDC fans (28W) are even better.
