Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $4.12 per month.
Per hour
2.7¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.14
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.12
17 kWh
Per year
$49.42
204 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.06 | $24.71 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.12 | $49.42 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.23 | $98.84 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.12 per month, or $49.42 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.12 per month here versus $3.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.