Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $2.02 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
6.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.02
9.1 kWh
Per year
$24.20
110 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.01 | $12.10 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $2.02 | $24.20 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.03 | $48.40 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about 6.6¢ per day, $2.02 per month, or $24.20 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.02 per month here versus $1.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.