Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.47 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
1.5¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.47
3.6 kWh
Per year
$5.61
44 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 0.8¢ | $0.23 | $2.80 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 1.5¢ | $0.47 | $5.61 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.93 | $11.21 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 1.5¢ per day, $0.47 per month, or $5.61 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $0.47 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.