Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 52¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 183% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $1.90 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
6.2¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.90
3.6 kWh
Per year
$22.78
44 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.95 | $11.39 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.2¢ | $1.90 | $22.78 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.79 | $45.55 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 52¢/kWh (May 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 6.2¢ per day, $1.90 per month, or $22.78 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 183% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.90 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 52¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.