Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $7.18 per month.
Per hour
5.7¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.24
4 hours/day
Per month
$7.18
57 kWh
Per year
$86.22
679 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.59 | $43.11 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.18 | $86.22 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.36 | $172 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.18 per month, or $86.22 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $7.18 per month here versus $10.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.