Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.42 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.7¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.42
8.8 kWh
Per year
$17.03
105 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.71 | $8.51 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.03 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 9.3¢ | $2.84 | $34.06 |
South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.7¢ per day, $1.42 per month, or $17.03 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $1.42 per month here versus $1.61 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.