Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.68 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
5.5¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.68
8.8 kWh
Per year
$20.18
105 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.8¢ | $0.84 | $10.09 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 5.5¢ | $1.68 | $20.18 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.36 | $40.37 |
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 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 5.5¢ per day, $1.68 per month, or $20.18 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.68 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.