Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.09 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
6.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.09
8.8 kWh
Per year
$25.12
105 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.05 | $12.56 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.9¢ | $2.09 | $25.12 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.18 | $50.25 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 6.9¢ per day, $2.09 per month, or $25.12 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.09 per month here versus $1.61 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.