Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.96 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.10
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.96
17 kWh
Per year
$35.53
204 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.48 | $17.77 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.96 | $35.53 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.92 | $71.07 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 65-inch tv in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.96 per month, or $35.53 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $2.96 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.