Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $14.08 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.46
4 hours/day
Per month
$14.08
57 kWh
Per year
$169
679 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.04 | $84.52 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.08 | $169 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.16 | $338 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.46 per day, $14.08 per month, or $169 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.08 per month here versus $10.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.