Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.79 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.79
12 kWh
Per year
$21.52
149 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.9¢ | $0.90 | $10.76 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.9¢ | $1.79 | $21.52 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.59 | $43.05 |
Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.79 per month, or $21.52 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $1.79 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.