Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $4.45 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.15
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.45
15 kWh
Per year
$53.44
175 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 7.3¢ | $2.23 | $26.72 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.45 | $53.44 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.90 | $107 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.45 per month, or $53.44 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.45 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.