Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.71 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
5.6¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.71
8.8 kWh
Per year
$20.50
105 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.8¢ | $0.85 | $10.25 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 5.6¢ | $1.71 | $20.50 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.41 | $41.00 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 5.6¢ per day, $1.71 per month, or $20.50 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.71 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.