Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.58 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.58
12 kWh
Per year
$18.98
149 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.6¢ | $0.79 | $9.49 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.2¢ | $1.58 | $18.98 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.16 | $37.96 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.2¢ per day, $1.58 per month, or $18.98 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $1.58 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.