Cost to Run a 75-Inch TV in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 75-inch tv here costs $3.21 per month.
Per hour
2.1¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.11
5 hours/day
Per month
$3.21
23 kWh
Per year
$38.53
277 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 5.3¢ | $1.60 | $19.27 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.21 | $38.53 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.42 | $77.07 |
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 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a 75-inch tv with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.21 per month, or $38.53 per year.
Is running a 75-inch tv in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $3.21 per month here versus $4.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.