Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.37 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
1.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.37
1.4 kWh
Per year
$4.50
16 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.6¢ | $0.19 | $2.25 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 1.2¢ | $0.37 | $4.50 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $9.00 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 1.2¢ per day, $0.37 per month, or $4.50 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.37 per month here versus $0.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.