Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.57 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
5.2¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.57
8.8 kWh
Per year
$18.82
105 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.6¢ | $0.78 | $9.41 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 5.2¢ | $1.57 | $18.82 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.13 | $37.63 |
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 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 5.2¢ per day, $1.57 per month, or $18.82 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $1.57 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.