Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 17% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.89 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.89
12 kWh
Per year
$22.72
149 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.95 | $11.36 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.2¢ | $1.89 | $22.72 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.78 | $45.44 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.2¢ per day, $1.89 per month, or $22.72 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 17% below the U.S. average: $1.89 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.