Cost to Run a Grow Light in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (14 hours/day), a grow light here costs $30.39 per month.
Per hour
7.1¢
at 100–650 W
Per day
$1.00
14 hours/day
Per month
$30.39
128 kWh
Per year
$365
1,533 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (7 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.19 | $182 |
| Typical (14 hrs/day) | $1.00 | $30.39 | $365 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.00 | $60.78 | $730 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a grow light with typical usage costs about $1.00 per day, $30.39 per month, or $365 per year.
Is running a grow light in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $30.39 per month here versus $23.37 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.