Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.19 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
3.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.19
8.8 kWh
Per year
$14.30
105 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.60 | $7.15 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.19 | $14.30 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.38 | $28.59 |
North Dakota 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 North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.19 per month, or $14.30 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.19 per month here versus $1.61 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.