Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.65 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.1¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.65
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.84
44 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.1¢ | $0.33 | $3.92 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.1¢ | $0.65 | $7.84 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.68 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.1¢ per day, $0.65 per month, or $7.84 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $0.65 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.