Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $1.11 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
3.7¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.11
3.6 kWh
Per year
$13.36
44 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.8¢ | $0.56 | $6.68 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.11 | $13.36 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.3¢ | $2.23 | $26.72 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.11 per month, or $13.36 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.11 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.