Cost to Run a Laptop in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $3.11 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
$0.10
6 hours/day
Per month
$3.11
11 kWh
Per year
$37.32
131 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 5.1¢ | $1.55 | $18.66 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.11 | $37.32 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.22 | $74.64 |
Maine vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $3.11 per month, or $37.32 per year.
Is running a laptop in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.11 per month here versus $2.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.