Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $3.53 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.12
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$3.53
15 kWh
Per year
$42.40
175 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.77 | $21.20 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.53 | $42.40 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.06 | $84.80 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.53 per month, or $42.40 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.53 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.