Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $7.75 per month.
Per hour
6.2¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.25
4 hours/day
Per month
$7.75
57 kWh
Per year
$93.01
679 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.87 | $46.50 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.75 | $93.01 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.49 | $186 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.75 per month, or $93.01 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $7.75 per month here versus $10.35 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.