Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.71 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.3¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.71
3.6 kWh
Per year
$8.54
44 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.2¢ | $0.36 | $4.27 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.71 | $8.54 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.08 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.3¢ per day, $0.71 per month, or $8.54 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.71 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.