Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 23.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 26% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.84 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.8¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.84
3.6 kWh
Per year
$10.12
44 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.4¢ | $0.42 | $5.06 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.8¢ | $0.84 | $10.12 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 5.5¢ | $1.69 | $20.24 |
Michigan 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 Michigan?
At Michigan's current average residential rate of 23.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.8¢ per day, $0.84 per month, or $10.12 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 26% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.84 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 23.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.