Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 17.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.50 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.50
8.8 kWh
Per year
$17.98
105 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $8.99 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.50 | $17.98 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.99 | $35.95 |
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 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.50 per month, or $17.98 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 9% below the U.S. average: $1.50 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 17.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.