Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 14.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 24% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.25 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.1¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.25
8.8 kWh
Per year
$15.03
105 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.1¢ | $0.63 | $7.52 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $15.03 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.06 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.1¢ per day, $1.25 per month, or $15.03 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 24% below the U.S. average: $1.25 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 14.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.