Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.12 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
7.0¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.12
12 kWh
Per year
$25.41
149 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.70 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.0¢ | $2.12 | $25.41 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.23 | $50.82 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.0¢ per day, $2.12 per month, or $25.41 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $2.12 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.