Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 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 $1.99 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.99
12 kWh
Per year
$23.91
149 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.00 | $11.96 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $1.99 | $23.91 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.98 | $47.83 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.6¢ per day, $1.99 per month, or $23.91 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.99 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.