Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $1.17 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
3.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.17
9.1 kWh
Per year
$14.02
110 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.58 | $7.01 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.17 | $14.02 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.33 | $28.03 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about 3.8¢ per day, $1.17 per month, or $14.02 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $1.17 per month here versus $1.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.