Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.36 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
7.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.36
17 kWh
Per year
$28.39
204 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.18 | $14.19 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.36 | $28.39 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.73 | $56.77 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.8¢ per day, $2.36 per month, or $28.39 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $2.36 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.