Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.33 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
7.7¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.33
15 kWh
Per year
$28.03
175 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.17 | $14.02 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.33 | $28.03 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.67 | $56.06 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 7.7¢ per day, $2.33 per month, or $28.03 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $2.33 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.