Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.81 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.81
12 kWh
Per year
$21.67
149 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.0¢ | $0.90 | $10.84 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.9¢ | $1.81 | $21.67 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.61 | $43.35 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.81 per month, or $21.67 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $1.81 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.