Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $10.86 per month.
Per hour
8.6¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.36
4 hours/day
Per month
$10.86
57 kWh
Per year
$130
679 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.43 | $65.17 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.86 | $130 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.71 | $261 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $10.86 per month, or $130 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.86 per month here versus $10.35 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.