Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $7.00 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.23
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.00
15 kWh
Per year
$84.10
175 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.50 | $42.05 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.00 | $84.10 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.01 | $168 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $7.00 per month, or $84.10 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.00 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.