Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.36 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
7.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.36
17 kWh
Per year
$28.39
204 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.18 | $14.19 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.36 | $28.39 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.73 | $56.77 |
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 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.8¢ per day, $2.36 per month, or $28.39 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $2.36 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.