Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.71 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.71
12 kWh
Per year
$20.48
149 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.8¢ | $0.85 | $10.24 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.6¢ | $1.71 | $20.48 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.41 | $40.95 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.6¢ per day, $1.71 per month, or $20.48 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $1.71 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.