Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $4.90 per month.
Per hour
3.2¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.16
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.90
17 kWh
Per year
$58.81
204 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 8.1¢ | $2.45 | $29.41 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.90 | $58.81 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.80 | $118 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $4.90 per month, or $58.81 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.90 per month here versus $3.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.