Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $1.09 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
3.6¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.09
3.6 kWh
Per year
$13.10
44 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.8¢ | $0.55 | $6.55 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.10 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.2¢ | $2.18 | $26.19 |
New York 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 New York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 3.6¢ per day, $1.09 per month, or $13.10 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.09 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.