Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.86 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
9.4¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.86
17 kWh
Per year
$34.31
204 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.7¢ | $1.43 | $17.15 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 9.4¢ | $2.86 | $34.31 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.71 | $68.62 |
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 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 9.4¢ per day, $2.86 per month, or $34.31 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $2.86 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.