Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.03 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.7¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.03
12 kWh
Per year
$24.36
149 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.01 | $12.18 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.7¢ | $2.03 | $24.36 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.06 | $48.73 |
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 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.03 per month, or $24.36 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 13% below the U.S. average: $2.03 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.