Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $8.31 per month.
Per hour
6.6¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.27
4 hours/day
Per month
$8.31
57 kWh
Per year
$99.80
679 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.16 | $49.90 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.31 | $99.80 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.62 | $200 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.31 per month, or $99.80 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $8.31 per month here versus $10.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.