Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.84 per month.
Per hour
0.4¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
9.3¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.84
8.8 kWh
Per year
$34.06
105 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.03 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 9.3¢ | $2.84 | $34.06 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.67 | $68.12 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 9.3¢ per day, $2.84 per month, or $34.06 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.84 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.