Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $4.20 per month.
Per hour
0.6¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.14
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$4.20
15 kWh
Per year
$50.46
175 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.9¢ | $2.10 | $25.23 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.20 | $50.46 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.40 | $101 |
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 28.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.20 per month, or $50.46 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.20 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.