Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.32 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
4.3¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.32
7.5 kWh
Per year
$15.84
91 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.92 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.32 | $15.84 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 8.7¢ | $2.64 | $31.68 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.32 per month, or $15.84 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $1.32 per month here versus $1.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.