How much does it cost to run an Xbox Series S?
An Xbox Series S costs about 1.3¢ per hour, 3.1¢ a day, $0.94 a month and $11 a year at typical use (2 hours a day) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. The Series S draws 65-85 W in games, less than half a Series X or PS5.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaming | 75 | 1.3¢ | 3.1¢ | $0.94 | $11 |
| Streaming video | 35 | 0.6¢ | 1.7¢ | $0.50 | $6 |
| Menu / idle | 30 | 0.5¢ | 1.5¢ | $0.45 | $5 |
At 2 hours a day and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost by hours of use
| Hours per day | kWh/day | Per day | Per month | Per year (all year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 0.10 | 1.8¢ | $0.54 | $6 |
| 2 hours | 0.17 | 3.1¢ | $0.94 | $11 |
| 4 hours | 0.32 | 5.8¢ | $1.75 | $21 |
| 8 hours | 0.62 | 11¢ | $3.37 | $40 |
| 12 hours | 0.91 | 16¢ | $4.99 | $60 |
| 24 hours | 1.80 | 32¢ | $9.86 | $118 |
Cost to run an Xbox Series S in every state
The same Xbox Series S costs $8 a year in North Dakota and $27 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per hour | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | 0.9¢ | $0.64 | $8 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | 0.9¢ | $0.66 | $8 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.67 | $8 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.68 | $8 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.70 | $8 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.70 | $8 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.70 | $8 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.71 | $9 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.72 | $9 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.72 | $9 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.73 | $9 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | 1.0¢ | $0.73 | $9 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.73 | $9 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.74 | $9 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.74 | $9 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.74 | $9 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.77 | $9 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.77 | $9 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.79 | $9 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.79 | $9 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | 1.1¢ | $0.80 | $10 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.81 | $10 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.81 | $10 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.81 | $10 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.81 | $10 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.82 | $10 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.84 | $10 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.85 | $10 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.86 | $10 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.86 | $10 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | 1.2¢ | $0.87 | $10 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.89 | $11 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | 1.3¢ | $0.93 | $11 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.96 | $11 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.98 | $12 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.98 | $12 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.08 | $13 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.10 | $13 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.10 | $13 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.24 | $15 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.25 | $15 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.27 | $15 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | 2.0¢ | $1.40 | $17 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | 2.0¢ | $1.41 | $17 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | 2.1¢ | $1.47 | $18 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | 2.1¢ | $1.49 | $18 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | 2.2¢ | $1.53 | $18 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | 2.2¢ | $1.53 | $18 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | 2.3¢ | $1.59 | $19 |
| California | 32.99¢ | 2.5¢ | $1.73 | $21 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | 3.3¢ | $2.28 | $27 |
How to cut the cost
- Choose Energy Saver power mode instead of Sleep to drop standby from about 10 W to under 1 W.
- Turn on auto power off after 1 hour idle.
- Unplug the controller charge dock once batteries are full.
Cheaper ways to get the job done
Avoids disposable batteries; charging adds well under 1 kWh a year.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xbox Series S | 75 | 2 hours a day | $0.94 | $11 |
| Xbox Series X | 170 | 2 hours a day | $2.10 | $25 |
| PS5 | 200 | 2 hours a day | $2.37 | $28 |
| Nintendo Switch | 13 | 2 hours a day | $0.20 | $2 |
| TV | 80 | 5 hours a day | $2.24 | $27 |
| Home theater receiver | 90 | 4 hours a day | $2.19 | $26 |
| PS4 | 110 | 2 hours a day | $1.45 | $17 |
Head-to-head comparisons
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run an Xbox Series S per hour?
An Xbox Series S drawing 75 watts uses 0.07 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 1.3¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 0.9¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 3.3¢.
How much does it cost to run an Xbox Series S per month?
At typical use (2 hours a day), an Xbox Series S costs about $0.94 a month and $11 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does an Xbox Series S use?
Most Xbox Series Ss use 30 to 90 watts, depending on the setting (gaming 75 W, streaming video 35 W, menu / idle 30 W). Plugged in but off, it still draws about 1 W of standby power. Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does an Xbox Series S use?
About 0.17 kWh a day and 63 kWh a year at typical use (2 hours a day).
Does an Xbox Series S use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 63 kWh a year it's a small share (0.6%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run an Xbox Series S or an Xbox Series X?
At typical use, an Xbox Series S costs about $11 a year versus $25 for an Xbox Series X. So the Xbox Series S is cheaper by about $14 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running an Xbox Series S?
- Choose Energy Saver power mode instead of Sleep to drop standby from about 10 W to under 1 W.
- Turn on auto power off after 1 hour idle.
- Unplug the controller charge dock once batteries are full.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.