Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $1.87 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
6.1¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.87
15 kWh
Per year
$22.43
175 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.93 | $11.21 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 6.1¢ | $1.87 | $22.43 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.74 | $44.85 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 6.1¢ per day, $1.87 per month, or $22.43 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $1.87 per month here versus $2.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.