Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 24% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $1.30 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
4.3¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.30
9.1 kWh
Per year
$15.55
110 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.1¢ | $0.65 | $7.77 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.30 | $15.55 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 8.5¢ | $2.59 | $31.10 |
Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.30 per month, or $15.55 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 24% below the U.S. average: $1.30 per month here versus $1.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.