Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $3.49 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.11
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$3.49
15 kWh
Per year
$41.87
175 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 5.7¢ | $1.74 | $20.94 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.49 | $41.87 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $6.97 | $83.75 |
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 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.49 per month, or $41.87 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.49 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.