Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.99 per month.
Per hour
0.4¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.10
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.99
15 kWh
Per year
$35.92
175 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.50 | $17.96 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.99 | $35.92 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $5.98 | $71.83 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.99 per month, or $35.92 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.99 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.