Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $3.01 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.10
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.01
12 kWh
Per year
$36.17
149 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 5.0¢ | $1.51 | $18.09 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.01 | $36.17 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.03 | $72.34 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $3.01 per month, or $36.17 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.01 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.