Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.23 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.23
8.8 kWh
Per year
$14.72
105 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.36 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.23 | $14.72 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 8.1¢ | $2.45 | $29.43 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.23 per month, or $14.72 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.23 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.