Cost to Run a Laptop in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $3.34 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
$0.11
6 hours/day
Per month
$3.34
11 kWh
Per year
$40.08
131 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 5.5¢ | $1.67 | $20.04 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.34 | $40.08 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.68 | $80.15 |
Massachusetts vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.34 per month, or $40.08 per year.
Is running a laptop in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.34 per month here versus $2.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.