Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.75 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
9.0¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.75
12 kWh
Per year
$33.03
149 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.38 | $16.52 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 9.0¢ | $2.75 | $33.03 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.50 | $66.06 |
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 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 9.0¢ per day, $2.75 per month, or $33.03 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 $2.75 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.