Cost to Run a Laptop in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.75 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
5.8¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.75
11 kWh
Per year
$21.02
131 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $10.51 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.75 | $21.02 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.50 | $42.05 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $1.75
Midwest average $1.87
U.S. average $2.00
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 5.8¢ per day, $1.75 per month, or $21.02 per year.
Is running a laptop in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.75 per month here versus $2.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Laptop costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Iowa
Electric Furnace $292/mo Central Air Conditioner $136/mo Heat Pump $117/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $97.28/mo Garage Heater $72.96/mo Electric Water Heater $63.48/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $61.29/mo Space Heater $58.37/mo Baseboard Heater $58.37/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $58.37/mo Pool Pump $58.37/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $48.64/mo