Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $3.41 per month.
Per hour
2.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.11
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.41
12 kWh
Per year
$40.95
149 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 5.6¢ | $1.71 | $20.48 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.41 | $40.95 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.82 | $81.91 |
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 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.41 per month, or $40.95 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.41 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.