Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.54 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.54
12 kWh
Per year
$18.53
149 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.27 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.1¢ | $1.54 | $18.53 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.09 | $37.07 |
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 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.54 per month, or $18.53 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $1.54 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.