Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $2.50 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
8.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.50
9.1 kWh
Per year
$30.00
110 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $15.00 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.00 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $5.00 | $60.01 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about 8.2¢ per day, $2.50 per month, or $30.00 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.50 per month here versus $1.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.