Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.06 per month.
Per hour
0.4¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
3.5¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.06
7.5 kWh
Per year
$12.76
91 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 1.7¢ | $0.53 | $6.38 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.76 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 7.0¢ | $2.13 | $25.53 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 3.5¢ per day, $1.06 per month, or $12.76 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.06 per month here versus $1.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.