Cost to Run a Desktop Computer in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a desktop computer here costs $5.11 per month.
Per hour
2.7¢
at 100–400 W
Per day
$0.17
6 hours/day
Per month
$5.11
38 kWh
Per year
$61.36
451 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 8.4¢ | $2.56 | $30.68 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.11 | $61.36 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.22 | $123 |
North Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a desktop computer in North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a desktop computer with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.11 per month, or $61.36 per year.
Is running a desktop computer in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $5.11 per month here versus $6.91 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.