Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $4.14 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.14
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.14
15 kWh
Per year
$49.76
175 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.88 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.14 | $49.76 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.29 | $99.51 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.14 per month, or $49.76 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.14 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.