Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.52 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
5.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.52
8.8 kWh
Per year
$18.29
105 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.76 | $9.15 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 5.0¢ | $1.52 | $18.29 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.05 | $36.58 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 5.0¢ per day, $1.52 per month, or $18.29 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $1.52 per month here versus $1.65 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.