Cost to Run a Laptop in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $2.12 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
7.0¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$2.12
11 kWh
Per year
$25.49
131 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.75 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 7.0¢ | $2.12 | $25.49 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.25 | $50.98 |
Delaware vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 7.0¢ per day, $2.12 per month, or $25.49 per year.
Is running a laptop in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.12 per month here versus $2.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.