Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.33 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
7.7¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.33
17 kWh
Per year
$27.98
204 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.17 | $13.99 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.33 | $27.98 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.66 | $55.96 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.7¢ per day, $2.33 per month, or $27.98 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $2.33 per month here versus $3.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.