Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $3.12 per month.
Per hour
0.4¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.10
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$3.12
15 kWh
Per year
$37.49
175 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 5.1¢ | $1.56 | $18.75 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.12 | $37.49 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.25 | $74.99 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $3.12 per month, or $37.49 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.12 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.