Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.04 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
6.7¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.04
15 kWh
Per year
$24.53
175 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.02 | $12.26 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.7¢ | $2.04 | $24.53 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.09 | $49.06 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.04 per month, or $24.53 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $2.04 per month here versus $2.74 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.