Cost to Run a Home Server / Homelab in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a home server / homelab here costs $9.27 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 40–300 W
Per day
$0.30
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.27
73 kWh
Per year
$111
876 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.63 | $55.63 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.27 | $111 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.53 | $223 |
Idaho vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a home server / homelab in Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a home server / homelab with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $9.27 per month, or $111 per year.
Is running a home server / homelab in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $9.27 per month here versus $13.72 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.