Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 24% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.07 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
6.8¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.07
15 kWh
Per year
$24.88
175 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.44 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.88 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.14 | $49.76 |
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 14.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 6.8¢ per day, $2.07 per month, or $24.88 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 24% below the U.S. average: $2.07 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.