Cost to Run a Grow Light in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (14 hours/day), a grow light here costs $17.36 per month.
Per hour
4.1¢
at 100–650 W
Per day
$0.57
14 hours/day
Per month
$17.36
128 kWh
Per year
$208
1,533 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (7 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.68 | $104 |
| Typical (14 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.36 | $208 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.14 | $34.73 | $417 |
Nebraska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a grow light in Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a grow light with typical usage costs about $0.57 per day, $17.36 per month, or $208 per year.
Is running a grow light in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $17.36 per month here versus $23.49 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.