Cost to Run a Laptop in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.52 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
5.0¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.52
11 kWh
Per year
$18.26
131 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.76 | $9.13 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 5.0¢ | $1.52 | $18.26 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.04 | $36.53 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $1.52
Midwest average $1.81
U.S. average $2.06
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 5.0¢ per day, $1.52 per month, or $18.26 per year.
Is running a laptop in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.52 per month here versus $2.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Laptop costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Iowa
Electric Furnace $254/mo Central Air Conditioner $118/mo Heat Pump $101/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $84.51/mo Garage Heater $63.38/mo Electric Water Heater $55.14/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $53.24/mo Space Heater $50.71/mo Baseboard Heater $50.71/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $50.71/mo Pool Pump $50.71/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $42.26/mo