Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $4.00 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.13
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.00
15 kWh
Per year
$48.00
175 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $2.00 | $24.00 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.00 | $48.00 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $8.00 | $96.01 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $4.00 per month, or $48.00 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.00 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.