Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $4.20 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
$0.14
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.20
8.8 kWh
Per year
$50.46
105 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.9¢ | $2.10 | $25.23 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.20 | $50.46 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.40 | $101 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.20 per month, or $50.46 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.20 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.