Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.71 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
8.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.71
12 kWh
Per year
$32.58
149 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.36 | $16.29 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.9¢ | $2.71 | $32.58 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.43 | $65.17 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.9¢ per day, $2.71 per month, or $32.58 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.71 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.