Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $1.53 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
5.0¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.53
9.1 kWh
Per year
$18.40
110 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.20 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.0¢ | $1.53 | $18.40 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.06 | $36.79 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a incandescent bulb in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about 5.0¢ per day, $1.53 per month, or $18.40 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.53 per month here versus $1.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.