Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.54 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
1.8¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.54
3.6 kWh
Per year
$6.44
44 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 0.9¢ | $0.27 | $3.22 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 1.8¢ | $0.54 | $6.44 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.07 | $12.88 |
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 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 1.8¢ per day, $0.54 per month, or $6.44 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $0.54 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.