Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $5.51 per month.
Per hour
3.6¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.18
5 hours/day
Per month
$5.51
17 kWh
Per year
$66.17
204 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 9.1¢ | $2.76 | $33.08 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.51 | $66.17 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $11.02 | $132 |
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 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.18 per day, $5.51 per month, or $66.17 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.51 per month here versus $3.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.