Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.50 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
8.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.50
17 kWh
Per year
$30.02
204 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $15.01 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.02 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $5.00 | $60.04 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.2¢ per day, $2.50 per month, or $30.02 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $2.50 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.