Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 25th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.04 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.7¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.04
12 kWh
Per year
$24.51
149 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.02 | $12.26 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.7¢ | $2.04 | $24.51 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.08 | $49.03 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.04 per month, or $24.51 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $2.04 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 25th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.