Cost to Run a Grow Light in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (14 hours/day), a grow light here costs $22.22 per month.
Per hour
5.2¢
at 100–650 W
Per day
$0.73
14 hours/day
Per month
$22.22
128 kWh
Per year
$267
1,533 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (7 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.11 | $133 |
| Typical (14 hrs/day) | $0.73 | $22.22 | $267 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.46 | $44.43 | $533 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a grow light with typical usage costs about $0.73 per day, $22.22 per month, or $267 per year.
Is running a grow light in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $22.22 per month here versus $24.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.