How Much Does It Cost to Run Streaming Stick?
A streaming stick draws about 5 watts — even always plugged in, it costs under a dollar a year. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running a streaming stick costs about $0.60/month ($7.22/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run a streaming stick
$7/yr
- Per day
- $0.02
- Per month
- $0.60
- Energy per year
- 44 kWh
Cost = power (kW) × hours × days × your rate. Defaults are typical values — enter your appliance's actual watts (often on a label) and your real rate for a precise figure.
Cost to run a streaming stick by electricity rate
Same 5 W appliance, 24 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $0.42 | $5.04 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $0.60 | $7.22 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $1.56 | $18.77 |
Find your state's rate on the electricity rates by state page, or see the appliance wattage chart for more devices.
Frequently asked questions
At the US-average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh, a streaming stick drawing 5 watts for about 24 hours a day costs roughly $0.02 per day, $0.60 per month, and $7.22 per year. Your actual cost depends on your electricity rate and how much you use it — adjust both in the calculator above.
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