Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.89 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.10
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.89
17 kWh
Per year
$34.72
204 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.8¢ | $1.45 | $17.36 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.89 | $34.72 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.78 | $69.43 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.89 per month, or $34.72 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $2.89 per month here versus $3.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.