Cost to Run a Laptop in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a laptop here costs $1.93 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 30–100 W
Per day
6.3¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.93
11 kWh
Per year
$23.13
131 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 3.2¢ | $0.96 | $11.56 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 6.3¢ | $1.93 | $23.13 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.85 | $46.25 |
Virginia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a laptop in Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a laptop with typical usage costs about 6.3¢ per day, $1.93 per month, or $23.13 per year.
Is running a laptop in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $1.93 per month here versus $2.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.