Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.17 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
3.8¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.17
7.5 kWh
Per year
$14.03
91 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.58 | $7.02 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.17 | $14.03 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.34 | $28.06 |
Arizona vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a computer monitor in Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 3.8¢ per day, $1.17 per month, or $14.03 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.17 per month here versus $1.42 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.