Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.51 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
1.7¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.51
3.6 kWh
Per year
$6.09
44 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 0.8¢ | $0.25 | $3.04 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 1.7¢ | $0.51 | $6.09 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.01 | $12.18 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 1.7¢ per day, $0.51 per month, or $6.09 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $0.51 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.