Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.46 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
1.5¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.46
3.6 kWh
Per year
$5.56
44 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 0.8¢ | $0.23 | $2.78 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 1.5¢ | $0.46 | $5.56 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 3.0¢ | $0.93 | $11.13 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 1.5¢ per day, $0.46 per month, or $5.56 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $0.46 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.