Cost to Run a Laptop in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $3.23 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
$0.11
6 hours/day
Per month
$3.23
11 kWh
Per year
$38.76
131 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 5.3¢ | $1.61 | $19.38 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.23 | $38.76 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.46 | $77.53 |
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 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.23 per month, or $38.76 per year.
Is running a laptop in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.23 per month here versus $2.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.