Cost to Run a Laptop in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $3.52 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
$0.12
6 hours/day
Per month
$3.52
11 kWh
Per year
$42.31
131 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.76 | $21.16 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.52 | $42.31 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.05 | $84.62 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.52 per month, or $42.31 per year.
Is running a laptop in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.52 per month here versus $2.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.