Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $1.17 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
3.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.17
3.6 kWh
Per year
$14.10
44 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.59 | $7.05 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.17 | $14.10 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.35 | $28.21 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.17 per month, or $14.10 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.17 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.