Cost to Run a Home Server / Homelab in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a home server / homelab here costs $9.48 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 40–300 W
Per day
$0.31
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.48
73 kWh
Per year
$114
876 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.74 | $56.94 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.48 | $114 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.97 | $228 |
Utah 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 Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13¢/kWh (May 2026), a home server / homelab with typical usage costs about $0.31 per day, $9.48 per month, or $114 per year.
Is running a home server / homelab in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $9.48 per month here versus $13.42 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.