Cost to Run a Aquarium in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a aquarium here costs $12.26 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 50–300 W
Per day
$0.40
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.26
73 kWh
Per year
$147
876 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.13 | $73.58 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.26 | $147 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.81 | $24.51 | $294 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a aquarium in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a aquarium with typical usage costs about $0.40 per day, $12.26 per month, or $147 per year.
Is running a aquarium in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $12.26 per month here versus $13.42 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.