Cost to Run a Desktop Computer in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 34% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a desktop computer here costs $4.66 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 100–400 W
Per day
$0.15
6 hours/day
Per month
$4.66
38 kWh
Per year
$55.94
451 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.33 | $27.97 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.66 | $55.94 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.32 | $112 |
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 12.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a desktop computer with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.66 per month, or $55.94 per year.
Is running a desktop computer in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 34% below the U.S. average: $4.66 per month here versus $7.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.