Cost to Run a Laptop in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.36 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
4.5¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.36
11 kWh
Per year
$16.29
131 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.68 | $8.15 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.36 | $16.29 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | 8.9¢ | $2.71 | $32.59 |
Idaho vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Idaho $1.36
West average $2.18
U.S. average $2.01
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 4.5¢ per day, $1.36 per month, or $16.29 per year.
Is running a laptop in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $1.36 per month here versus $2.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Laptop costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Idaho
Electric Furnace $226/mo Central Air Conditioner $106/mo Heat Pump $90.47/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $75.39/mo Garage Heater $56.54/mo Electric Water Heater $49.19/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $47.50/mo Space Heater $45.24/mo Baseboard Heater $45.24/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $45.24/mo Pool Pump $45.24/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $37.70/mo