Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $4.80 per month.
Per hour
3.1¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.16
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.80
17 kWh
Per year
$57.59
204 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.40 | $28.79 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.80 | $57.59 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.59 | $115 |
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 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $4.80 per month, or $57.59 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.80 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.