Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.12 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
7.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.12
8.8 kWh
Per year
$25.44
105 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.72 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.0¢ | $2.12 | $25.44 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.24 | $50.88 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 7.0¢ per day, $2.12 per month, or $25.44 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.12 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.