Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.19 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
7.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.19
12 kWh
Per year
$26.31
149 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.10 | $13.15 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.2¢ | $2.19 | $26.31 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.38 | $52.61 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.2¢ per day, $2.19 per month, or $26.31 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $2.19 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.