Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 34% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.11 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
6.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.11
17 kWh
Per year
$25.32
204 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.05 | $12.66 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.9¢ | $2.11 | $25.32 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.22 | $50.65 |
North Dakota 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 Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.9¢ per day, $2.11 per month, or $25.32 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 34% below the U.S. average: $2.11 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.