Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.50 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
8.2¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.50
8.8 kWh
Per year
$30.06
105 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $15.03 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.06 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $5.01 | $60.13 |
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 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 8.2¢ per day, $2.50 per month, or $30.06 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.50 per month here versus $1.61 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.