Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.15 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
7.1¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.15
8.8 kWh
Per year
$25.86
105 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.08 | $12.93 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.1¢ | $2.15 | $25.86 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.31 | $51.72 |
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 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 7.1¢ per day, $2.15 per month, or $25.86 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.15 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.