Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 46.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 148% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $5.80 per month.
Per hour
3.7¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.19
5 hours/day
Per month
$5.80
12 kWh
Per year
$69.65
149 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.90 | $34.83 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.80 | $69.65 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.38 | $11.60 | $139 |
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 46.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.19 per day, $5.80 per month, or $69.65 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 148% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.80 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 46.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.