Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.45 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
8.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.45
17 kWh
Per year
$29.41
204 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.22 | $14.70 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.1¢ | $2.45 | $29.41 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.90 | $58.81 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.1¢ per day, $2.45 per month, or $29.41 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $2.45 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.