Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.08 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.08
12 kWh
Per year
$24.96
149 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.48 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.08 | $24.96 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.16 | $49.92 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.8¢ per day, $2.08 per month, or $24.96 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $2.08 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.