Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $1.50 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
4.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.50
9.1 kWh
Per year
$17.96
110 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $8.98 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.50 | $17.96 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.99 | $35.92 |
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 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.50 per month, or $17.96 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $1.50 per month here versus $1.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.