Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.20 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
3.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.20
8.8 kWh
Per year
$14.40
105 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.60 | $7.20 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.20 | $14.40 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.40 | $28.80 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.20 per month, or $14.40 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $1.20 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.