Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $4.11 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.14
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.11
15 kWh
Per year
$49.41
175 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.06 | $24.70 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.11 | $49.41 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.23 | $98.81 |
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 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.11 per month, or $49.41 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.11 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.