Cost to Run a Christmas Lights in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a christmas lights here costs $1.21 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 10–300 W
Per day
4.0¢
6 hours/day
Per month
$1.21
9.1 kWh
Per year
$14.56
110 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.28 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.56 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.43 | $29.13 |
Utah 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 Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a christmas lights with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.21 per month, or $14.56 per year.
Is running a christmas lights in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $1.21 per month here versus $1.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.