Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $11.03 per month.
Per hour
8.8¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.36
4 hours/day
Per month
$11.03
57 kWh
Per year
$132
679 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.51 | $66.19 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $11.03 | $132 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.73 | $22.05 | $265 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $11.03 per month, or $132 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $11.03 per month here versus $10.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.