Cost to Run a Laptop in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $2.42 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
8.0¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$2.42
11 kWh
Per year
$29.04
131 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.52 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.42 | $29.04 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.84 | $58.08 |
Maryland vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 8.0¢ per day, $2.42 per month, or $29.04 per year.
Is running a laptop in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.42 per month here versus $2.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.