Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $16.68 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.55
4 hours/day
Per month
$16.68
57 kWh
Per year
$200
679 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.34 | $100 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.68 | $200 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $1.10 | $33.36 | $401 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.55 per day, $16.68 per month, or $200 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.68 per month here versus $10.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.