Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 8% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.48 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
8.2¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.48
15 kWh
Per year
$29.78
175 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.24 | $14.89 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.48 | $29.78 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.96 | $59.57 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 8.2¢ per day, $2.48 per month, or $29.78 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 8% below the U.S. average: $2.48 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.