Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.59 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.59
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.14
44 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.0¢ | $0.30 | $3.57 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.59 | $7.14 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.19 | $14.28 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.0¢ per day, $0.59 per month, or $7.14 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $0.59 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.