Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.44 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
8.0¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.44
15 kWh
Per year
$29.26
175 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.22 | $14.63 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.44 | $29.26 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.87 | $58.52 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 8.0¢ per day, $2.44 per month, or $29.26 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $2.44 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.