Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Florida
Florida's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.35 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.4¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.35
8.8 kWh
Per year
$16.19
105 kWh
By usage level in Florida
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.67 | $8.09 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.4¢ | $1.35 | $16.19 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 8.9¢ | $2.70 | $32.38 |
Florida 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 Florida?
At Florida's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.4¢ per day, $1.35 per month, or $16.19 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Florida more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Florida's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.35 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Florida right now?
Florida residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.