Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.58 per month.
Per hour
0.4¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
8.5¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.58
8.8 kWh
Per year
$31.01
105 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.29 | $15.51 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 8.5¢ | $2.58 | $31.01 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.17 | $62.02 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 8.5¢ per day, $2.58 per month, or $31.01 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.58 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.