Cost to Run a 75-Inch TV in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 75-inch tv here costs $5.52 per month.
Per hour
3.6¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.18
5 hours/day
Per month
$5.52
23 kWh
Per year
$66.25
277 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 9.1¢ | $2.76 | $33.13 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.52 | $66.25 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $11.04 | $133 |
Illinois vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 75-inch tv in Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a 75-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.18 per day, $5.52 per month, or $66.25 per year.
Is running a 75-inch tv in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.52 per month here versus $4.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.