Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 81% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $5.66 per month.
Per hour
3.7¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.19
5 hours/day
Per month
$5.66
17 kWh
Per year
$68.00
204 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 9.3¢ | $2.83 | $34.00 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.66 | $68.00 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.33 | $136 |
California 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 California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.19 per day, $5.66 per month, or $68.00 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 81% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.66 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.