Cost to Run a Gaming PC in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $8.93 per month.
Per hour
7.1¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.29
4 hours/day
Per month
$8.93
57 kWh
Per year
$107
679 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.47 | $53.63 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.93 | $107 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.87 | $215 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.29 per day, $8.93 per month, or $107 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $8.93 per month here versus $10.35 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.