Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.85 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.85
12 kWh
Per year
$22.27
149 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.1¢ | $0.93 | $11.14 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.1¢ | $1.85 | $22.27 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.71 | $44.54 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.1¢ per day, $1.85 per month, or $22.27 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $1.85 per month here versus $2.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.