Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $4.17 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.14
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.17
15 kWh
Per year
$50.11
175 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.9¢ | $2.09 | $25.05 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.17 | $50.11 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.35 | $100 |
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 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.17 per month, or $50.11 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.17 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.