Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.46 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.8¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.46
8.8 kWh
Per year
$17.56
105 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.4¢ | $0.73 | $8.78 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.8¢ | $1.46 | $17.56 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.92 | $35.11 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.8¢ per day, $1.46 per month, or $17.56 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.46 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.