Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.21 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
4.0¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.21
7.5 kWh
Per year
$14.48
91 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.60 | $7.24 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.48 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.41 | $28.97 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.21 per month, or $14.48 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.21 per month here versus $1.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.