Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $2.16 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
7.1¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.16
7.5 kWh
Per year
$25.89
91 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.08 | $12.94 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 7.1¢ | $2.16 | $25.89 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.31 | $51.78 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 7.1¢ per day, $2.16 per month, or $25.89 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.16 per month here versus $1.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.