Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.31 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.3¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.31
8.8 kWh
Per year
$15.77
105 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.88 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.77 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 8.6¢ | $2.63 | $31.54 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.31 per month, or $15.77 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.31 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.