Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $5.98 per month.
Per hour
3.8¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.20
5 hours/day
Per month
$5.98
12 kWh
Per year
$71.74
149 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.99 | $35.87 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $5.98 | $71.74 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.95 | $143 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $5.98 per month, or $71.74 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.98 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.