Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 52¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 183% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $7.59 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.25
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.59
15 kWh
Per year
$91.10
175 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.79 | $45.55 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.59 | $91.10 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.18 | $182 |
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 52¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.59 per month, or $91.10 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 183% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $7.59 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 52¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.