Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $3.51 per month.
Per hour
2.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.12
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.51
12 kWh
Per year
$42.15
149 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.76 | $21.07 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.51 | $42.15 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.02 | $84.30 |
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 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.51 per month, or $42.15 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.51 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.