Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.49 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
8.2¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.49
8.8 kWh
Per year
$29.85
105 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.24 | $14.93 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.49 | $29.85 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.97 | $59.71 |
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 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 8.2¢ per day, $2.49 per month, or $29.85 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.49 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.