Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.98 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.10
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.98
12 kWh
Per year
$35.72
149 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.49 | $17.86 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.98 | $35.72 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $5.95 | $71.45 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.98 per month, or $35.72 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.98 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.