Cost to Run a 75-Inch TV in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 75-inch tv here costs $3.69 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.12
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.69
23 kWh
Per year
$44.35
277 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 6.1¢ | $1.85 | $22.18 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.69 | $44.35 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.39 | $88.71 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a 75-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.69 per month, or $44.35 per year.
Is running a 75-inch tv in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $3.69 per month here versus $4.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.