Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $4.07 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.13
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.07
17 kWh
Per year
$48.81
204 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 6.7¢ | $2.03 | $24.40 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.07 | $48.81 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.13 | $97.62 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $4.07 per month, or $48.81 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.07 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.