Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.47 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
4.8¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.47
7.5 kWh
Per year
$17.65
91 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 2.4¢ | $0.74 | $8.83 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 4.8¢ | $1.47 | $17.65 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.94 | $35.30 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 4.8¢ per day, $1.47 per month, or $17.65 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.47 per month here versus $1.42 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.