Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.77 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.77
12 kWh
Per year
$21.22
149 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $10.61 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.8¢ | $1.77 | $21.22 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.54 | $42.45 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.8¢ per day, $1.77 per month, or $21.22 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.77 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.