Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.49 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.49
8.8 kWh
Per year
$17.87
105 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.4¢ | $0.74 | $8.94 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.49 | $17.87 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.98 | $35.74 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a wi-fi router in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.49 per month, or $17.87 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $1.49 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.