Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.91 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
3.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.91
3.6 kWh
Per year
$10.91
44 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.5¢ | $0.45 | $5.45 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.0¢ | $0.91 | $10.91 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 6.0¢ | $1.82 | $21.81 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 3.0¢ per day, $0.91 per month, or $10.91 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.91 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.