Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.16 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
7.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.16
17 kWh
Per year
$25.94
204 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.6¢ | $1.08 | $12.97 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.1¢ | $2.16 | $25.94 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.32 | $51.87 |
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 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.1¢ per day, $2.16 per month, or $25.94 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $2.16 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.