Cost to Run a Laptop in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.92 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
6.3¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.92
11 kWh
Per year
$23.00
131 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.96 | $11.50 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 6.3¢ | $1.92 | $23.00 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.83 | $45.99 |
Minnesota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 6.3¢ per day, $1.92 per month, or $23.00 per year.
Is running a laptop in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $1.92 per month here versus $2.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.