Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.79 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
9.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.79
17 kWh
Per year
$33.49
204 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.39 | $16.75 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 9.2¢ | $2.79 | $33.49 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.58 | $66.98 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 9.2¢ per day, $2.79 per month, or $33.49 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $2.79 per month here versus $3.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.