Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.79 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
9.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.79
17 kWh
Per year
$33.49
204 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.39 | $16.75 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 9.2¢ | $2.79 | $33.49 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.58 | $66.98 |
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 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 9.2¢ per day, $2.79 per month, or $33.49 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $2.79 per month here versus $3.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.