Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Florida
Florida's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.25 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
7.4¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.25
15 kWh
Per year
$26.98
175 kWh
By usage level in Florida
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.12 | $13.49 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.4¢ | $2.25 | $26.98 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.49 | $53.96 |
Florida 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 Florida?
At Florida's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 7.4¢ per day, $2.25 per month, or $26.98 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Florida more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Florida's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $2.25 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Florida right now?
Florida residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.