Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a security camera (wired) here costs $0.63 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.1¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.63
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.62
44 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.0¢ | $0.32 | $3.81 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.1¢ | $0.63 | $7.62 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.27 | $15.24 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.1¢ per day, $0.63 per month, or $7.62 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $0.63 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.