Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.57 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
1.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.57
3.6 kWh
Per year
$6.79
44 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 0.9¢ | $0.28 | $3.39 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.57 | $6.79 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.58 |
Arizona vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a security camera (wired) in Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 1.9¢ per day, $0.57 per month, or $6.79 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $0.57 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.