Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.99 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.99
12 kWh
Per year
$23.91
149 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.00 | $11.96 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $1.99 | $23.91 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.98 | $47.83 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Iowa $1.99
Midwest average $2.13
U.S. average $2.28
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 55-inch tv in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.6¢ per day, $1.99 per month, or $23.91 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.99 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
55-Inch TV costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Iowa
Electric Furnace $292/mo Central Air Conditioner $136/mo Heat Pump $117/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $97.28/mo Garage Heater $72.96/mo Electric Water Heater $63.48/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $61.29/mo Space Heater $58.37/mo Baseboard Heater $58.37/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $58.37/mo Pool Pump $58.37/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $48.64/mo