Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.79 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.6¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.79
3.6 kWh
Per year
$9.46
44 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.3¢ | $0.39 | $4.73 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.6¢ | $0.79 | $9.46 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 5.2¢ | $1.58 | $18.92 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.6¢ per day, $0.79 per month, or $9.46 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.79 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.