Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.83 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.0¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.83
12 kWh
Per year
$21.97
149 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.0¢ | $0.91 | $10.99 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.0¢ | $1.83 | $21.97 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.66 | $43.94 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.0¢ per day, $1.83 per month, or $21.97 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $1.83 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.