Cost to Run a Gaming PC in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $13.46 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.44
4 hours/day
Per month
$13.46
57 kWh
Per year
$162
679 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.73 | $80.79 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.46 | $162 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $26.91 | $323 |
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 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.44 per day, $13.46 per month, or $162 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $13.46 per month here versus $10.35 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.