Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.73 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.7¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.73
12 kWh
Per year
$20.78
149 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.8¢ | $0.87 | $10.39 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.7¢ | $1.73 | $20.78 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.46 | $41.55 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.7¢ per day, $1.73 per month, or $20.78 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.73 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.