Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.47 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
8.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.47
17 kWh
Per year
$29.61
204 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.23 | $14.81 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.1¢ | $2.47 | $29.61 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.93 | $59.22 |
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 14.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.1¢ per day, $2.47 per month, or $29.61 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: $2.47 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.