Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.39 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
1.3¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.39
1.4 kWh
Per year
$4.73
16 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.6¢ | $0.20 | $2.37 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 1.3¢ | $0.39 | $4.73 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 2.6¢ | $0.79 | $9.46 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 1.3¢ per day, $0.39 per month, or $4.73 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.39 per month here versus $0.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.