Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.22 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.22
8.8 kWh
Per year
$14.61
105 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.31 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.22 | $14.61 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.43 | $29.22 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.22 per month, or $14.61 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.22 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.