Gaming PC in Beaverton — $55/yr to Run (9.1¢/kWh)
Your gaming pc in Beaverton costs about $5/month at 9.1¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Beaverton, OR Electricity Rate
9.1¢/kWh
Utility: Portland General Electric
-30% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.18
2.0 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$4.56
50 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$55
600 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$273
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Beaverton
| Period | kWh | Beaverton Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 2.0 | $0.18 | $0.26 | $-0.08 |
| Weekly | 14.0 | $1.28 | $1.82 | $-0.54 |
| Monthly | 50.0 | $4.55 | $6.50 | $-1.95 |
| Quarterly | 150.0 | $13.67 | $19.50 | $-5.83 |
| Annual | 600.0 | $54.66 | $78.00 | $-23.34 |
Customize Your Gaming PC Cost
Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in Beaverton.
Daily
$0.18
Monthly
$4.56
Annual
$55
5-Year
$273
Energy Saving Tips for Gaming PC in Beaverton
- ✓Beaverton has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓Use balanced power mode when not gaming
- ✓Enable GPU power management
- ✓Shut down instead of sleep mode
Highest-Cost Appliances in Beaverton, OR
See which appliances cost the most to run at Beaverton's 9.1¢/kWh electricity rate.
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Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$492/yr
$40.99/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$449/yr
$37.41/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$449/yr
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Heat Pump
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$350/yr
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Gaming PC Energy Cost FAQ — Beaverton, OR
Understanding Gaming PC Energy Costs in Beaverton, OR
In the Beaverton area, Portland General Electric serves a smaller residential base, and rates can be more sensitive to seasonal demand swings than in larger metros. Running a low-draw appliance like the Gaming PC (500W) at Beaverton's rate of 9.1¢/kWh costs approximately $55 per year — $23 less than the national average of $78.
Beaverton residents enjoy electricity rates 30% below the national average, saving $23 per year on Gaming PC costs alone. Over 5 years, that's $117 in savings — though energy efficiency is still worth pursuing to reduce both costs and carbon output.
With a cost of living index of 105.9, Beaverton is near the national median. The Gaming PC's monthly cost of $4.56 represents a typical share of the average Beaverton electric bill of $82/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Beaverton's moderate climate (avg 52°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Gaming PC produces approximately 0.43 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Beaverton residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Beaverton.
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