Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $2.44 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
8.0¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$2.44
7.5 kWh
Per year
$29.33
91 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.22 | $14.66 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.44 | $29.33 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.89 | $58.66 |
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 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 8.0¢ per day, $2.44 per month, or $29.33 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.44 per month here versus $1.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.