Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $9.16 per month.
Per hour
7.3¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.30
4 hours/day
Per month
$9.16
57 kWh
Per year
$110
679 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.58 | $54.99 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.16 | $110 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.32 | $220 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $9.16 per month, or $110 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $9.16 per month here versus $10.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.