Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.64 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.1¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.64
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.66
44 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.0¢ | $0.32 | $3.83 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.1¢ | $0.64 | $7.66 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.28 | $15.33 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.1¢ per day, $0.64 per month, or $7.66 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $0.64 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.