Cost to Run a Laptop in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.54 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
5.1¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.54
11 kWh
Per year
$18.53
131 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.26 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 5.1¢ | $1.54 | $18.53 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.09 | $37.05 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $1.54
Midwest average $1.88
U.S. average $2.01
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.54 per month, or $18.53 per year.
Is running a laptop in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.54 per month here versus $2.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Laptop costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Iowa
Electric Furnace $257/mo Central Air Conditioner $120/mo Heat Pump $103/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $85.73/mo Garage Heater $64.30/mo Electric Water Heater $55.94/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $54.01/mo Space Heater $51.44/mo Baseboard Heater $51.44/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $51.44/mo Pool Pump $51.44/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $42.86/mo