Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.42 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
7.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.42
12 kWh
Per year
$29.00
149 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.50 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.42 | $29.00 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.83 | $57.99 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.9¢ per day, $2.42 per month, or $29.00 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.42 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.