Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.39 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
7.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.39
12 kWh
Per year
$28.70
149 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.20 | $14.35 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.39 | $28.70 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.78 | $57.40 |
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 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.9¢ per day, $2.39 per month, or $28.70 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.39 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.