Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $3.76 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
$0.12
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.76
17 kWh
Per year
$45.13
204 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 6.2¢ | $1.88 | $22.57 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.76 | $45.13 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.52 | $90.26 |
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 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.76 per month, or $45.13 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 $3.76 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.