Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $3.71 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.12
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.71
17 kWh
Per year
$44.52
204 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 6.1¢ | $1.85 | $22.26 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.71 | $44.52 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.42 | $89.04 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.71 per month, or $44.52 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.71 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.