Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.60 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.60
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.23
44 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.0¢ | $0.30 | $3.61 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.60 | $7.23 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.20 | $14.45 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.0¢ per day, $0.60 per month, or $7.23 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $0.60 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.