Cost to Run a Laptop in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $3.00 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
$0.10
6 hours/day
Per month
$3.00
11 kWh
Per year
$36.00
131 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.50 | $18.00 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.00 | $36.00 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.00 | $72.01 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $3.00 per month, or $36.00 per year.
Is running a laptop in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.00 per month here versus $2.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.