Cost to Run a Grow Light in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 28% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (14 hours/day), a grow light here costs $16.73 per month.
Per hour
3.9¢
at 100–650 W
Per day
$0.55
14 hours/day
Per month
$16.73
128 kWh
Per year
$201
1,533 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (7 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.36 | $100 |
| Typical (14 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.73 | $201 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.10 | $33.45 | $402 |
Utah 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 Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a grow light with typical usage costs about $0.55 per day, $16.73 per month, or $201 per year.
Is running a grow light in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 28% below the U.S. average: $16.73 per month here versus $23.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.