Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.17 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
7.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.17
12 kWh
Per year
$26.01
149 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.08 | $13.00 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.1¢ | $2.17 | $26.01 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.33 | $52.01 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 55-inch tv in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.1¢ per day, $2.17 per month, or $26.01 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $2.17 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.