Convert watts to a daily energy bill
A 3,000 W machine draws 3 kW. At full uptime it consumes 3 × 24 = 72 kWh per day. At $0.08 USD/kWh, that is $5.76 per day, or $172.80 for 30 days, before other charges.
Account for cooling and management
If a provider bills an additional 5% cooling allowance, energy becomes 75.6 kWh per day. At the same rate, that is $6.048 per day. A separate $50 monthly fee adds $1.67 per day when allocated over a 30-day month. These are examples, not hosting offers.
Read the quote carefully
Ask whether the advertised rate includes cooling, demand charges, taxes, maintenance and minimum consumption. Clarify installation, removal, deposits, minimum term and downtime billing.