Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $2.38 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
7.8¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$2.38
15 kWh
Per year
$28.56
175 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.19 | $14.28 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.38 | $28.56 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.76 | $57.12 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about 7.8¢ per day, $2.38 per month, or $28.56 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $2.38 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.