Cost to Run a Laptop in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.50 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
4.9¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.50
11 kWh
Per year
$18.00
131 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $9.00 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.50 | $18.00 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.00 | $36.00 |
Idaho vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Idaho $1.50
West average $2.18
U.S. average $2.00
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.50 per month, or $18.00 per year.
Is running a laptop in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $1.50 per month here versus $2.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Laptop costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Idaho
Electric Furnace $250/mo Central Air Conditioner $117/mo Heat Pump $99.96/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $83.30/mo Garage Heater $62.47/mo Electric Water Heater $54.35/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $52.48/mo Space Heater $49.98/mo Baseboard Heater $49.98/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $49.98/mo Pool Pump $49.98/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $41.65/mo