Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $1.18 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
3.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.18
3.6 kWh
Per year
$14.19
44 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.59 | $7.10 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.18 | $14.19 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.36 | $28.38 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.18 per month, or $14.19 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.18 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.