Tablet (iPad/Android) in Raleigh — $2/yr to Run (12.7¢/kWh)
Your tablet (ipad/android) in Raleigh costs about $0/month at 12.7¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Raleigh, NC Electricity Rate
12.7¢/kWh
Utility: Duke Energy Progress
-2% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.00
0.0 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.14
1 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$2
13 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$8
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Raleigh
| Period | kWh | Raleigh Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.0 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $-0.00 |
| Weekly | 0.3 | $0.03 | $0.03 | $-0.00 |
| Monthly | 1.1 | $0.14 | $0.14 | $-0.00 |
| Quarterly | 3.3 | $0.42 | $0.43 | $-0.01 |
| Annual | 13.1 | $1.67 | $1.71 | $-0.04 |
Customize Your Tablet (iPad/Android) Cost
Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in Raleigh.
Daily
$0.00
Monthly
$0.14
Annual
$2
5-Year
$8
Energy Saving Tips for Tablet (iPad/Android) in Raleigh
- ✓Raleigh has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓Reduce screen brightness
- ✓Turn off WiFi when not needed
- ✓Enable low power mode
Highest-Cost Appliances in Raleigh, NC
See which appliances cost the most to run at Raleigh's 12.7¢/kWh electricity rate.
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Electric Furnace
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$1,146/yr
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Electric Tankless Water Heater
Water Heating · 18,000W
$836/yr
$69.70/mo
EV Charger (Level 2)
Garage · 7,200W
$825/yr
$68.74/mo
Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$687/yr
$57.28/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$627/yr
$52.27/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$627/yr
$52.27/mo
Heat Pump
HVAC · 2,400W
$489/yr
$40.74/mo
Tablet (iPad/Android) Cost in Other North Carolina Cities
| City | Rate | Annual Cost | vs Raleigh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh (current) | 12.7¢ | $2 | — |
| Charlotte | 13.3¢ | $2 | +$0 |
| Greensboro | 13.6¢ | $2 | +$0 |
| Durham | 13.3¢ | $2 | +$0 |
| Winston-Salem | 14.0¢ | $2 | +$0 |
| Fayetteville | 12.7¢ | $2 | +$0 |
| Cary | 13.1¢ | $2 | +$0 |
| Wilmington | 14.1¢ | $2 | +$0 |
| High Point | 13.5¢ | $2 | +$0 |
Tablet (iPad/Android) Energy Cost FAQ — Raleigh, NC
Understanding Tablet (iPad/Android) Energy Costs in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh is a mid-sized North Carolina city where residential electricity rates from Duke Energy Progress are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Tablet (iPad/Android) (12W) at Raleigh's rate of 12.7¢/kWh costs approximately $2 per year — $0 less than the national average of $2.
Rates in Raleigh are close to the national average, so the Tablet (iPad/Android)'s annual cost of $2 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 5-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $8.
Raleigh's cost of living index of 87 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Tablet (iPad/Android) adds $0.14/month to a typical bill of $121. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Raleigh's moderate climate (avg 64°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Tablet (iPad/Android) produces approximately 0.01 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Raleigh residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Raleigh.
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