Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.24 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
0.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.24
1.4 kWh
Per year
$2.86
16 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.4¢ | $0.12 | $1.43 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 0.8¢ | $0.24 | $2.86 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 1.6¢ | $0.48 | $5.72 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a led light bulb in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 0.8¢ per day, $0.24 per month, or $2.86 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $0.24 per month here versus $0.26 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.