Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.33 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
4.4¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.33
7.5 kWh
Per year
$15.93
91 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.97 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 4.4¢ | $1.33 | $15.93 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 8.7¢ | $2.65 | $31.86 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 4.4¢ per day, $1.33 per month, or $15.93 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $1.33 per month here versus $1.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.