Gaming PC in Tempe — $81/yr to Run (13.5¢/kWh)
Your gaming pc in Tempe costs about $7/month at 13.5¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Tempe, AZ Electricity Rate
13.5¢/kWh
Utility: Arizona Public Service
+4% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.27
2.0 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$6.73
50 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$81
600 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$404
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tempe
| Period | kWh | Tempe Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 2.0 | $0.27 | $0.26 | +$0.01 |
| Weekly | 14.0 | $1.89 | $1.82 | +$0.07 |
| Monthly | 50.0 | $6.73 | $6.50 | +$0.23 |
| Quarterly | 150.0 | $20.20 | $19.50 | +$0.70 |
| Annual | 600.0 | $80.82 | $78.00 | +$2.82 |
Customize Your Gaming PC Cost
Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in Tempe.
Daily
$0.27
Monthly
$6.73
Annual
$81
5-Year
$404
Energy Saving Tips for Gaming PC in Tempe
- ✓Tempe electricity rates are 4% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
- ✓Use balanced power mode when not gaming
- ✓Enable GPU power management
- ✓Shut down instead of sleep mode
Highest-Cost Appliances in Tempe, AZ
See which appliances cost the most to run at Tempe's 13.5¢/kWh electricity rate.
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$145.48/mo
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$101.02/mo
Electric Tankless Water Heater
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$885/yr
$73.75/mo
EV Charger (Level 2)
Garage · 7,200W
$873/yr
$72.74/mo
Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$727/yr
$60.61/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$664/yr
$55.31/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$664/yr
$55.31/mo
Heat Pump
HVAC · 2,400W
$517/yr
$43.10/mo
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Gaming PC Energy Cost FAQ — Tempe, AZ
Understanding Gaming PC Energy Costs in Tempe, AZ
Tempe is a mid-sized Arizona city where residential electricity rates from Arizona Public Service are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Gaming PC (500W) at Tempe's rate of 13.5¢/kWh costs approximately $81 per year — $3 more than the national average of $78.
Tempe rates are 4% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $3 per year to Gaming PC operating costs. Over the appliance's 5-year lifespan, that's $14 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.
Tempe's cost of living index of 94 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Gaming PC adds $6.73/month to a typical bill of $130. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Tempe's moderate climate (avg 65°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. Tempe residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tempe.
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