Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.81 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
9.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.81
17 kWh
Per year
$33.70
204 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.40 | $16.85 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 9.2¢ | $2.81 | $33.70 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.61 | $67.39 |
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 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 9.2¢ per day, $2.81 per month, or $33.70 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $2.81 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.