Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.05 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.05
12 kWh
Per year
$24.66
149 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.03 | $12.33 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.05 | $24.66 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.11 | $49.32 |
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 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.8¢ per day, $2.05 per month, or $24.66 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $2.05 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.