Cost to Run a Christmas Lights in Florida
Florida's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a christmas lights here costs $1.40 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 10–300 W
Per day
4.6¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.40
9.1 kWh
Per year
$16.86
110 kWh
By usage level in Florida
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8.43 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.40 | $16.86 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | 9.2¢ | $2.81 | $33.73 |
Florida vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a christmas lights in Florida?
At Florida's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a christmas lights with typical usage costs about 4.6¢ per day, $1.40 per month, or $16.86 per year.
Is running a christmas lights in Florida more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Florida's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.40 per month here versus $1.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Florida right now?
Florida residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.