Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Oklahoma
Oklahoma's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.49 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
1.6¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.49
3.6 kWh
Per year
$5.83
44 kWh
By usage level in Oklahoma
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 0.8¢ | $0.24 | $2.91 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 1.6¢ | $0.49 | $5.83 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 3.2¢ | $0.97 | $11.65 |
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
At Oklahoma's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 1.6¢ per day, $0.49 per month, or $5.83 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Oklahoma more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oklahoma's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $0.49 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oklahoma right now?
Oklahoma residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.