Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 31% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.11 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
3.7¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.11
8.8 kWh
Per year
$13.35
105 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.8¢ | $0.56 | $6.68 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.11 | $13.35 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.3¢ | $2.22 | $26.70 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.11 per month, or $13.35 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 31% below the U.S. average: $1.11 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.