Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.88 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.88
3.6 kWh
Per year
$10.60
44 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.5¢ | $0.44 | $5.30 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $10.60 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.77 | $21.20 |
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 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.9¢ per day, $0.88 per month, or $10.60 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.88 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.