Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $4.03 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
$0.13
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.03
12 kWh
Per year
$48.43
149 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $2.02 | $24.21 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.03 | $48.43 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.07 | $96.85 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $4.03 per month, or $48.43 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.03 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.