Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $4.66 per month.
Per hour
3.0¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.15
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.66
17 kWh
Per year
$55.96
204 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.33 | $27.98 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.66 | $55.96 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.32 | $112 |
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 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.66 per month, or $55.96 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.66 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.