Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.39 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.6¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.39
8.8 kWh
Per year
$16.71
105 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8.36 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.39 | $16.71 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 9.2¢ | $2.78 | $33.43 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.6¢ per day, $1.39 per month, or $16.71 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.39 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.