Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 1% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.67 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.2¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.67
3.6 kWh
Per year
$8.10
44 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.1¢ | $0.34 | $4.05 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.67 | $8.10 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.4¢ | $1.35 | $16.21 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.2¢ per day, $0.67 per month, or $8.10 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $0.67 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.