Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.08 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
6.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.08
8.8 kWh
Per year
$25.02
105 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.51 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.9¢ | $2.08 | $25.02 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.17 | $50.04 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 6.9¢ per day, $2.08 per month, or $25.02 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.08 per month here versus $1.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.