Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $1.00 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
3.3¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.00
3.6 kWh
Per year
$12.00
44 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.6¢ | $0.50 | $6.00 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.00 | $12.00 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $2.00 | $24.00 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 3.3¢ per day, $1.00 per month, or $12.00 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.00 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.