Cost to Run a Laptop in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.56 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
5.1¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.56
11 kWh
Per year
$18.79
131 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.6¢ | $0.78 | $9.40 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 5.1¢ | $1.56 | $18.79 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.13 | $37.58 |
Arkansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.56 per month, or $18.79 per year.
Is running a laptop in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $1.56 per month here versus $2.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.