Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.09 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
6.9¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.09
15 kWh
Per year
$25.05
175 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.53 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.9¢ | $2.09 | $25.05 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.17 | $50.11 |
Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 6.9¢ per day, $2.09 per month, or $25.05 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $2.09 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.