Outdoor Security Camera in Greensboro — $10/yr to Run (13.6¢/kWh)

Your outdoor security camera in Greensboro costs about $1/month at 13.6¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Greensboro, NC Electricity Rate

13.6¢/kWh

Utility: Duke Energy Carolinas

+5% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.03

0.2 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.80

6 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$10

70 kWh/yr

Lifetime (5yr)

$48

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Greensboro

PeriodkWhGreensboro CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.2$0.03$0.02+$0.00
Weekly1.3$0.18$0.17+$0.01
Monthly5.8$0.80$0.76+$0.04
Quarterly17.5$2.39$2.28+$0.11
Annual70.1$9.55$9.11+$0.44

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Daily

$0.03

Monthly

$0.80

Annual

$10

5-Year

$48

Energy Saving Tips for Outdoor Security Camera in Greensboro

  • Greensboro electricity rates are 5% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • A smart Outdoor Security Camera with scheduling optimization can save ~$2/year at Greensboro rates.
  • Use motion-activated recording only
  • Choose solar-powered models
  • Reduce video quality for less processing power

Outdoor Security Camera Cost in Other North Carolina Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Greensboro
Greensboro (current)13.6¢$10
Charlotte13.3¢$9$-0
Raleigh12.7¢$9$-1
Durham13.3¢$9$-0
Winston-Salem14.0¢$10+$0
Fayetteville12.7¢$9$-1
Cary13.1¢$9$-0
Wilmington14.1¢$10+$0
High Point13.5¢$9$-0

Outdoor Security Camera Energy Cost FAQ — Greensboro, NC

Understanding Outdoor Security Camera Energy Costs in Greensboro, NC

Greensboro is a mid-sized North Carolina city where residential electricity rates from Duke Energy Carolinas are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Outdoor Security Camera (8W) at Greensboro's rate of 13.6¢/kWh costs approximately $10 per year — $0 more than the national average of $9.

Greensboro rates are 5% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $0 per year to Outdoor Security Camera operating costs. Over the appliance's 5-year lifespan, that's $2 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.

Greensboro's cost of living index of 93 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Outdoor Security Camera adds $0.80/month to a typical bill of $145. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Outdoor Security Camera with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 20%, saving $2/year.

Greensboro's moderate climate (avg 62.1°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Outdoor Security Camera produces approximately 0.05 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Greensboro residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Greensboro.

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