Cost to Run a Cable / Satellite Box in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a cable / satellite box here costs $3.63 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 15–30 W
Per day
$0.12
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$3.63
15 kWh
Per year
$43.62
175 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 6.0¢ | $1.82 | $21.81 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.63 | $43.62 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.27 | $87.25 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a cable / satellite box with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.63 per month, or $43.62 per year.
Is running a cable / satellite box in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.63 per month here versus $2.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.