Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.91 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
6.3¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.91
8.8 kWh
Per year
$22.92
105 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.95 | $11.46 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.3¢ | $1.91 | $22.92 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.82 | $45.83 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 6.3¢ per day, $1.91 per month, or $22.92 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.91 per month here versus $1.61 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.