Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $2.95 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.10
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.95
9.1 kWh
Per year
$35.48
110 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.48 | $17.74 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.95 | $35.48 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.91 | $70.96 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.95 per month, or $35.48 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.95 per month here versus $1.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.