How much does a tv (led) cost to run?

LED televisions typically draw 30–100 watts depending on screen size and brightness settings. Leaving a TV on all day adds up; the real savings come from turning it off rather than just putting it in standby.

Typical running cost (18.83¢/kWh, U.S. average, 2026-04)

BasisCost
Per hour (while running, 100 W typical)$0.019
Per day (5 h/day, 7/7 days)$0.094
Per month$2.87
Per year$34.39
Hourly range (small 60 W – large 200 W)$0.011 – $0.038
Save: Use the TV's power-saving brightness mode and turn it completely off (not standby) when not actively watching.

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