Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.09 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
3.6¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.09
8.8 kWh
Per year
$13.03
105 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.8¢ | $0.54 | $6.52 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.03 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.1¢ | $2.17 | $26.07 |
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 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 3.6¢ per day, $1.09 per month, or $13.03 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $1.09 per month here versus $1.61 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.