Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 81% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $4.15 per month.
Per hour
2.7¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.14
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.15
12 kWh
Per year
$49.77
149 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.89 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.15 | $49.77 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.29 | $99.55 |
California 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 California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.15 per month, or $49.77 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 81% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.15 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.