Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.77 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
9.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.77
17 kWh
Per year
$33.29
204 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.39 | $16.64 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 9.1¢ | $2.77 | $33.29 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.54 | $66.57 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 9.1¢ per day, $2.77 per month, or $33.29 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $2.77 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.