Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $2.18 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
7.2¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.18
8.8 kWh
Per year
$26.17
105 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.09 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.2¢ | $2.18 | $26.17 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.36 | $52.35 |
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 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 7.2¢ per day, $2.18 per month, or $26.17 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.18 per month here versus $1.61 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.