Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $3.59 per month.
Per hour
2.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.12
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.59
12 kWh
Per year
$43.05
149 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 5.9¢ | $1.79 | $21.52 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.59 | $43.05 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.17 | $86.09 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.59 per month, or $43.05 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.59 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.