Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.26 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
7.4¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.26
15 kWh
Per year
$27.16
175 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.58 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.4¢ | $2.26 | $27.16 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.52 | $54.31 |
Arizona 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 Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 7.4¢ per day, $2.26 per month, or $27.16 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $2.26 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.