Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.53 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
5.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.53
8.8 kWh
Per year
$18.40
105 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.20 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 5.0¢ | $1.53 | $18.40 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.06 | $36.79 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 5.0¢ per day, $1.53 per month, or $18.40 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $1.53 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.