Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 28% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.63 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.4¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.63
12 kWh
Per year
$19.58
149 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.7¢ | $0.82 | $9.79 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.4¢ | $1.63 | $19.58 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.26 | $39.16 |
Utah 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 Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.4¢ per day, $1.63 per month, or $19.58 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 28% below the U.S. average: $1.63 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.