Cost to Run a Incandescent Bulb in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a incandescent bulb here costs $1.55 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
5.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.55
9.1 kWh
Per year
$18.62
110 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 2.6¢ | $0.78 | $9.31 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.1¢ | $1.55 | $18.62 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.10 | $37.23 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a incandescent bulb with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.55 per month, or $18.62 per year.
Is running a incandescent bulb in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $1.55 per month here versus $1.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.