Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $4.83 per month.
Per hour
3.1¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.16
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.83
17 kWh
Per year
$58.00
204 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.42 | $29.00 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.83 | $58.00 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.66 | $116 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $4.83 per month, or $58.00 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.83 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.