Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $4.86 per month.
Per hour
3.1¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.16
5 hours/day
Per month
$4.86
17 kWh
Per year
$58.41
204 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.43 | $29.20 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.86 | $58.41 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.73 | $117 |
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 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $4.86 per month, or $58.41 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.86 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.