Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $5.48 per month.
Per hour
3.5¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.18
5 hours/day
Per month
$5.48
17 kWh
Per year
$65.76
204 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 9.0¢ | $2.74 | $32.88 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.48 | $65.76 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.95 | $132 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.18 per day, $5.48 per month, or $65.76 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.48 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.