Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.62 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.62
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.45
44 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.0¢ | $0.31 | $3.72 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.62 | $7.45 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.24 | $14.89 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.0¢ per day, $0.62 per month, or $7.45 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $0.62 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.