Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $10.97 per month.
Per hour
8.7¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.36
4 hours/day
Per month
$10.97
57 kWh
Per year
$132
679 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.48 | $65.85 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.97 | $132 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.72 | $21.94 | $263 |
Delaware vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a gaming pc in Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $10.97 per month, or $132 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.97 per month here versus $10.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.