Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.43 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
8.0¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.43
12 kWh
Per year
$29.15
149 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.57 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.43 | $29.15 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.86 | $58.29 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.0¢ per day, $2.43 per month, or $29.15 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.43 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.