Cost to Run a Christmas Lights in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a christmas lights here costs $4.38 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 10–300 W
Per day
$0.14
6 hours/day
Per month
$4.38
9.1 kWh
Per year
$52.56
110 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 7.2¢ | $2.19 | $26.28 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.38 | $52.56 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.76 | $105 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a christmas lights with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.38 per month, or $52.56 per year.
Is running a christmas lights in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.38 per month here versus $1.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.