Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.39 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
7.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.39
15 kWh
Per year
$28.73
175 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.20 | $14.37 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.39 | $28.73 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.79 | $57.47 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a cable / satellite box in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 7.9¢ per day, $2.39 per month, or $28.73 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $2.39 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.