Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.03 per month.
Per hour
0.4¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
3.4¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.03
7.5 kWh
Per year
$12.40
91 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 1.7¢ | $0.52 | $6.20 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.03 | $12.40 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.80 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.03 per month, or $12.40 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $1.03 per month here versus $1.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.