Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $4.73 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.16
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.73
15 kWh
Per year
$56.76
175 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.36 | $28.38 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.73 | $56.76 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.46 | $114 |
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 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $4.73 per month, or $56.76 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.73 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.