Cost to Run a Home Server / Homelab in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a home server / homelab here costs $12.77 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 40–300 W
Per day
$0.42
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.77
73 kWh
Per year
$153
876 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.38 | $76.65 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.77 | $153 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.84 | $25.54 | $307 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a home server / homelab with typical usage costs about $0.42 per day, $12.77 per month, or $153 per year.
Is running a home server / homelab in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $12.77 per month here versus $13.35 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.