Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.53 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
8.3¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.53
17 kWh
Per year
$30.43
204 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.27 | $15.21 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.3¢ | $2.53 | $30.43 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.07 | $60.86 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.3¢ per day, $2.53 per month, or $30.43 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $2.53 per month here versus $3.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.