Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.81 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.7¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.81
3.6 kWh
Per year
$9.68
44 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.3¢ | $0.40 | $4.84 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.7¢ | $0.81 | $9.68 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 5.3¢ | $1.61 | $19.36 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.7¢ per day, $0.81 per month, or $9.68 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.81 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.